Arnica Montana is well known for easing the symptoms of bruising and muscle soreness. In Europe arnica gels have been used widely from it's original application of arnicated oil to easier to apply gels. Arnica ointment is ideal for sprained ankles, bruises, strains, sore joints, and tendons. When applied topically immediately after an injury arnica has been known to speed recovery time and reduce swelling and brushing dramatically. Arnica Montana is a generic term used to describe plant material derived from the dried flowers, roots, or rhizomes of the plant, Arnica Montana . Arnica Montana Flower Extract is an extract of the flower heads of this plant.