Types and medicinal properties of ointments with cinquefoil for joints

Ointments with cinquefoil are used in traumatological, orthopedic, and rheumatological practice. The herbal ingredient from the drug has a pronounced anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and decongestant effect. Ointments are used in the treatment of various pathologies of the musculoskeletal system - arthritis, osteochondrosis, radiculitis. Regular application of cinquefoil products helps prevent the progression of destructive and degenerative changes in the spine, joints, ligaments and tendons. The high clinical effectiveness of the drugs can minimize side effects, especially allergic reactions. Therefore, before starting treatment, you should consult a doctor to assess the advisability of their use.

Plant in nature.

Instructions for use

Ointments with cinquefoil are applied in a thin layer slightly above the area of ​​pain and inflammation 3-4 times a day. Only the attending physician is responsible for prescribing daily and single dosages and the duration of the therapeutic course. It takes into account the likelihood of complications, the type of joint pathology, and the stage of the disease.

The greatest clinical effectiveness is manifested when the drugs are used when the first signs of arthritis or spondyloarthrosis occur. This will help eliminate joint pain, inflammation, and prevent further destruction of joint structures. The medicine should not be applied to the skin if it has open wound surfaces, cracks, or scratches.

The ointment is used as a symptomatic remedy. It does not affect the cause of the disease. The drug is used to enhance the clinical effectiveness of NSAIDs, analgesics and glucocorticosteroids.

Indications for use

Ointments with cinquefoil are used to treat chronic diseases of the joints, spine, and ligamentous-tendon apparatus. Their clinical manifestations include painful sensations of varying intensity and a decrease in range of motion. The drugs eliminate these symptoms, morning swelling of the joints, and the characteristic crunching sound. A rheumatologist or orthopedist may prescribe external remedies when diagnosing the following pathologies:

• thoracic, cervical, lumbar osteochondrosis;
• juvenile, psoriatic, rheumatoid arthritis;
• spondyloarthrosis;
• osteoarthritis;
• gout;
• lumbar hernia;
• intercostal neuralgia;
• radiculitis;
• Bekhterev's disease;
• lumbago.

Traumatologists recommend that patients use medications to quickly recover from injuries - dislocations, bruises, sprains, ruptured ligaments or tendons. Athletes use ointments, creams, and balms with cinquefoil and chondroitin after intense training to reduce muscle tone.

In folk medicine, cinquefoil tinctures are used to treat osteochondrosis, arthritis, tuberculosis, jaundice, thrombophlebitis, and cholecystitis. With its help, they stop gastric and uterine bleeding, lower blood pressure, and eliminate neurological pain.

Varieties of ointments, creams, balms

The concentration of the herbal ingredient in external products containing cinquefoil varies significantly. In some preparations it is the main component, while in others it is present in small quantities. What to consider when choosing an ointment with cinquefoil extract:

• all of them belong to dietary supplements;
• a large number of ingredients does not become a sign of a high clinical effect (the number of components is from 3 to 10);
• for the treatment of joints, you should choose external agents that contain compounds with chondroprotective activity: chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine hydrochloride, hyaluronic acid, collagen.

All gels, balms, ointments for joints with cinquefoil are intended for long-term use. Their therapeutic effect begins to manifest gradually, as active ingredients accumulate in the tissues.

Scientists from the All-Russian Oncology Research Center of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences are studying the ability of cinquefoil to suppress cell mutation. Biologically active substances have been isolated from young shoots of the plant that can be used for the treatment and prevention of cancer.

Sabelnik-Evalar

The Evalar pharmaceutical factory produces a variety of dietary supplements. It produces Sabelnik cream, packaged in plastic tubes of 50 and 100 ml. Secondary packaging is a cardboard box with an annotation inserted inside. In addition to hydroalcoholic and oily extracts of the plant, the drug contains the following ingredients:

• badger, pork, mink fats;
• mineral and vegetable oils;
• wax;
• glycerol;
• lanolin.

Glycerol monostearate and triethanolamine ensure the absorption of active ingredients and promote their uniform distribution in tissues. The drug is characterized by anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. And lanolin exhibits pronounced antiseptic activity and prevents the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms. The use of joint cream can significantly reduce the dosage of NSAIDs, minimizing their side effects.

The drug is not prescribed to children under 12 years of age, women during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Absolute contraindications also include acute or chronic pathologies of the liver and kidneys, and individual sensitivity to auxiliary and active ingredients. The cost of the medicine is 130 rubles.

Sabelnik from the 911 series

The therapeutic line of the 911 series includes several external agents to increase the functional activity of the joints and spinal column. The domestic manufacturer produces Revmalgon, Larkspur, Comfrey, and preparations with formic acid. Sabelnik balm is a thick transparent jelly-like substance with a pleasant aroma of essential oils. Primary packaging is a plastic tube containing 100 ml of the drug. The composition of the gel-balm for joints includes the following components:

• extracts of cinquefoil, arnica, stinging nettle;
• carbonic acid diamide;
• camphor;
• thyme, juniper, eucalyptus essential oils;
• glucosamine and chondroitin.

To form the ointment base, manufacturers used acrylate, triethanolamine, and propylene glycol. These ingredients ensure transdermal absorption of plant components into inflammatory areas. They create a pH level as close as possible to the acidity of the skin. Therefore, the cream does not have multiple contraindications. It is not used in the treatment of children under 2 years of age if hypersensitivity to the components is detected. Treatment during pregnancy and lactation is possible only with the permission of a doctor. The average price in pharmacies is 120 rubles.

Bear balm Dikul

The Russian manufacturer TD ForaPharm produces several types of Dikul balms. They are used in therapy to prevent joint diseases and help recover from injuries and surgeries. Sabelnik extract is included in many Dikul ointments. Recently, Bear Balm appeared on pharmacy shelves. It contains the following active ingredients:

• cinquefoil extract;
• extracts of juniper, St. John's wort, hot red pepper;
• clove, eucalyptus essential oils;
• bear fat;
• bee venom;
• wax;
• cetearyl alcohol;
• vitamin B complex.

Dikul balm contains boswellia extract, which is considered the only chondroprotector of plant origin. Manufacturers enhanced its therapeutic effect by adding glucosamine hydrochloride. In addition to herbal ingredients, the body cream for the joints with cinquefoil contains nimesulide and willow bark extract with salicylate. These components are included in the group of NSAIDs that have an anti-edematous, analgesic effect.

Dikul balm is a transparent thick gel with a faint smell of juniper essential oil. It is packaged in plastic tubes of 100 ml. Secondary packaging is a cardboard box with instructions for use attached.

The medicine is not used in case of individual intolerance to the ingredients. Use in the treatment of pregnant and breastfeeding women is possible only with the permission of a doctor. The cost of the drug is 250 rubles.