Symptom → Plant Sources
Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) as a tool for helping with Bruising
inferred from vulnerary action
8 sources supporting Aloe Vera for Bruising. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's vulnerary (wound healing) action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
This review of Aloe vera describes its properties, mechanism of action and clinical uses in dermatology, including its emollient, soothing and wound-healing applications.
This review analyses the role of Aloe vera in promoting skin wound healing and its use in wound dressings, supporting the vulnerary use of aloe.
This systematic review of 23 clinical trials found that Aloe vera prevents skin ulcers and improves the healing of burns, postoperative and chronic wounds, supporting the vulnerary use of aloe.
This systematic review of dermatology studies found Aloe vera effective for wound healing, inflammation, genital herpes, psoriasis and other skin conditions, supporting the vulnerary and anti-inflammatory use of aloe.