Effects of the homoeopathic remedy Arnica D30 on marathon runners: a randomized, double-blind study during the 1995 Oslo Marathon

Author(s): Bruset, S., Borchgrevink, C., NOrseth, J.

Abstract: Objective: To examine whether the homoeopathic remedy Arnica D30 has an effect on cell damage and muscle soreness afterlong-distance running. Design: Randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Interventions: Five pills of Arnica D30 or placebo were given morning and evening. Treatment started the evening befor the marathon, continued the running day and for three days following. Main outcome measures: The sense of muscular soreness was assessed by the runners on a visual analogue scale (VAS). Measurement of cell damage was assessed by serological enzyme tests. Results: Muscle sorenes was significantly lower in the Arnica group than in the placebo group immediately after the marathon (p=0.017). Cell damage measured by enzymes was essentially the same whether the runners were treated with Arnica D30 or placebo. Conclusion: In this study Arnica D30 had a positive effect on muscle soreness after marathon running, but not on cell damage as measured by enzymes.

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