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Labrador-tea (Rhododendron tomentosum) as a tool for helping with Swelling / fluid retention
inferred from diuretic action
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This retrospective study assessed topical Arnica montana and Rhododendron tomentosum (Ledum palustre) hydrogel pads for reducing postoperative ecchymosis (bruising) and edema (swelling) after oculofacial surgery in 27 patients. Patients using Arnica/Ledum showed significantly more frequent markedly accelerated healing than expected, with no adverse effects, suggesting the combination may reduce postoperative bruising and swelling.
The anti-inflammatory activity of supercritical-CO2 and hydrodistilled essential oils from the aerial parts of Ledum palustre (Rhododendron tomentosum) was evaluated. Both oils, dominated by ledol and ascaridole, significantly inhibited carrageenan-induced hind-paw oedema in rats (50-80%), comparable to the reference drugs piroxicam and ketoprofen, demonstrating the anti-inflammatory activity of the plant's essential oil.
5 sources supporting Labrador-tea for Swelling / fluid retention. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's diuretic action.