Bryonia

The dry, slow-onset remedy where every movement hurts and stillness brings relief.

Overview

Bryonia is used when symptoms develop gradually and every movement causes pain. The person wants complete stillness and may hold or brace the painful area. They are often irritable, thirsty and prefer to be left alone. Bryonia is a key remedy for dry coughs, headaches, constipation, joint pain and inflammation that worsens with motion.

When to Think of This Remedy

• Pain that is worse from the slightest movement
• Dry, hard, painful coughs
• Headaches that worsen with eye movement
• Constipation with large, dry stools
• Joint, muscle or back pain after exertion
• Bursting headaches relieved by pressure
• Slow-onset fevers with intense thirst

Mental & Emotional Picture

• Irritable and prefers to be left alone
• Wants quiet, dark and minimal disturbance
• Feels worse when questioned or bothered

Physical Indicators

• Dryness: dry mouth, dry lips, dry cough
• Very thirsty for large amounts of cold water
• Pain relieved by firm pressure or lying still
• Sharp or stabbing pains with motion
• Headache behind the eyes
• Chest pain while coughing, holding chest to brace

Modalities

Better: Stillness, firm pressure, lying on painful side, rest
Worse: Movement, deep breathing, touch, coughing, heat

Perfect For

• Dry, painful coughs
• Migraines or headaches
• Muscle strain or joint pain
• Back pain after exertion
• Constipation
• Slow-building fevers

Educational use only. Not medical advice. Please consult a homeopath for chronic or severe conditions.