Don't let bruising scare you out of exercise

A new survey* reveals that over 40% of people are put off sports by the prospect of injury. But if bravery came without bruises, Brits would favour fencing (28%), kick boxing (27%) and pole dancing (25%), followed by ice hockey (9%), Lacrosse (6%) and water polo (5%). And its not just nerves that get in the way, it seems many people have a distorted view of sporting dangers as 45% consider rugby to be more hazardous than boxing (36%)!

A whopping 87% of people report frequent muscle aches and bruising following physical activity. But despite injury being commonplace for the average exercise fan, only 20% carry first aid creams or rubs in their gym bag. We know we should warm up and cool down before and after a work-out, but if you do find yourself with aches and pains afterwards, New Arnicare Arnica Spray provides the perfect sporting companion.

New Arnicare Arnica Spray quickly covers large areas of skin prone to muscle aches or bruising easily, making it ideal for sports fans. Arnica an effective healing treatment for everyday bumps and bruises and the Arnicare Arnica Spray can be applied without the need to touch the skin, thus eliminating further discomfort.

New Arnicare Arnica Spray has been developed with the 100% natural alpine flower Arnica Montana; arnica is one of the most popular herbal and homeopathic remedies worldwide. Proven to be an effective treatment for bruising and more effective than placebo at relieving aching muscles, a study published in The Pharmaceutical Journal** confirms the healing properties of Arnica.

Nelsons Arnicare Arnica Spray has a cocoa butter base so it also moisturises when used after the post gym shower. It is priced at £4.95 for 50ml and is available from pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.

Visit Arnicare.co.uk for more information.

* Survey carried out by Arnicare with results based on responses from 291 UK-based participants.

** Leivers, The Pharmaceutical Journal, Vol.275, No 7365, 3 Sept 2005.