Fisiocrem

Fisiocrem Solugel is a topical solution for the temporary relief of muscular aches and pains. We find Fisiocrem to be a very effective topical aid to help care for muscles and ligaments- and you’ll find most of our practitioners use Fisiocrem throughout their treatment with you!

Fisiocrem is formulated with natural ingredients and contains no parabens or hydroxybenzoates. The active ingredients contained in this formulation is one of the many reasons we love this cream so much.

Arnica Montana – is the main active ingredient

This flower extract has an incredible soothing effect and helps keep the skin in good condition whilst restoring flexibility. Arnica Montana can also assist in treating soft tissue injuries, sprains and muscular aches and pains. It is also effective when applied on bruising. This incredible plant has also been known for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal benefits. It is also a powerful antioxidant. (1)

Hypericum Perforatum (St John’s Wort)

This is another powerful flower utilised as an active ingredient in Fisiocrem. The properties in this ingredient produce a feeling of wellbeing and prevent harmful effects to the skin. St John’s Wort has been used to soothe lower back pain, strains and sprains for many years. This flower has also been known for its antidepressant, antiviral, and antibacterial effects. (2)

Calendula Officinalis

This ingredient is extracted from another flower and used to treat minor inflammation of the skin. It has also been known to bring a calming sensation to the body. This flower is also responsible for the refreshing fragrance in Fisiocrem. Calendula Officinalis has also been known to possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and immunomodulating properties. (3)

Melaleuca Alternifolia

More commonly known as ‘tee-tree’ – its leaves are crushed to form an oil. This relatively common essential oil exhibits broad antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, and anti-parasitic activities. (5)

The above ingredients combined with menthol is what makes Fisiocrem so unique. Some benefits of Fisiocrem include: (4)

  • Helps relieve symptoms of muscle soreness

  • Helps relieve pain associated with minor injuries and localised muscle pain

  • Helps reduce mild muscle inflammation/swelling

  • Helps to relieve symptoms of mild soft tissue trauma

  • Helps relieve bruise oedema and bruise symptoms

  • Helps with post exercise recovery

  • Helps relieve symptoms of muscles sprains and strains

 

You can see why we love this natural cream and why it’s so effective for use in our Osteopathic and Myotherapy practices.

This cream is available to purchase at both our Mitcham and Croydon Clinics.

REFERENCES:

1.       Kriplani P, Guarve K, Baghael U. Arnica montana – a plant of healing: review. Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. 2017;69(8):925-945.

2.      Barnes J, Anderson L, Phillipson J. St John's wort (<i>Hypericum perforatum</i> L.): a review of its chemistry, pharmacology and clinical properties. Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. 2001;53(5):583-600.

3.      Capriccioso R, Moglia P. Complementary & alternative medicine. Ipswich, Mass.: Salem Press; 2018.

4.      Muscle Soreness Pain Relief Gel | Shop fisiocrem Australia | Free Shipping [Internet]. fisiocrem Australia. 2022 [cited 27 April 2022]. Available from: https://www.fisiocrem.com.au/#:~:text=fisiocrem%20massage%20gel%20contains%20Menthol,levels%20of%20active%20plant%20extracts.

5.      Carson C, Hammer K, Riley T. Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil: a Review of Antimicrobial and Other Medicinal Properties. Clinical Microbiology Reviews. 2006;19(1):50-62.

Kara Rosker