Cramp bark

Cramp Bark
Crampbark - native to both North America and Europe, crampbark was recognized in the US National Formulary as recently as 1960 as a sedative for nervous conditions and an antispasmodic in the treatment of asthma. As its name implies, the herb's primary medicinal use is to relieve cramps and other conditions, such as colic or painful menstruation caused by over contraction of muscles.

Cramp Bark is useful
Arthritis In some cases of arthritis, where joint weakness and pain have caused muscles to contract until they are almost rigid, crampbark can bring remarkable relief. As the muscles relax, blood flow to the area improves, waste products such as lactic acid are removed, and normal function can return.

Muscle relaxant Crampbark, is effective at relieving any over tense muscle, whether smooth muscle in the intestines, airways, or uterus, or striated muscle (attached to the skeleton) in the limbs or back. Crampbark may be taken internally or applied topically to relieve muscle tension. The herb also treats symptoms arising from excess muscle tension, including breathing difficulties in asthma, and menstrual pain caused by excessive contraction of the uterus. For night cramps and back pain, lobelia is often mixed with crampbark. The herb also relieves constipation, colic, and irritable bowel syndrome, as well as the physical symptoms of nervous od pressure and other circulatory conditions.

Native American remedy The Meskwaki people of North America took crampbark for cramps and pains throughout the body, while the Penobscot used it to treat swollen glands and mumps.

Summary
Cramp bark may be taken by mouth to relieve menstrual, muscle, or stomach cramping.

Risks
Because cramp bark may relax the uterus, pregnant women should not take it.

Side Effects
Although no side effects have been attributed to the use of cramp bark, very little is known about it. It may have side effects that are not yet known.

Interactions
Cramp bark is not known to interact with prescription or non-prescription drugs, other herbals, dietary supplements, or food. However, few clinical studies have been conducted to assess potential interactions.

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