Effectiveness of homoeopathic treatment in wound healing: A retrospective study

Abstract

Background: Wound healing is a complex physiological process involving haemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodelling. Delayed or impaired wound healing is often associated with trauma, infection, diabetes, and chronic illness, leading to prolonged morbidity. Homoeopathy, with its individualized approach, has been traditionally used to stimulate the body’s self-healing mechanisms and aid in faster recovery. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of Homoeopathic remedies in wound healing with respect to reduction of pain, discharge, inflammation, infection, and overall recovery time. Methodology: A retrospective observational study was conducted on 50 patients with acute and chronic wounds who received Homoeopathic treatment at Sarada Krishna Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital OPD from January 2022 to December 2023 between. Case records were analysed for type of wound, prescribed remedies, duration of treatment, and clinical outcomes. Assessment parameters included rate of wound closure, reduction in pain, discharge, infection, and time taken for complete epithelialization. Results: Homoeopathic treatment showed significant improvement in wound healing outcomes. Arnica montana and Calendula officinalis were effective in acute traumatic and surgical wounds; Silicea and Hepar sulphuris facilitated healing in chronic suppurative wounds; and Hypericum perforatum was beneficial in wounds involving nerve-rich tissues. Most patients reported faster wound closure, reduced pain, and fewer infections compared to expected conventional recovery timelines. Conclusion: The retrospective findings suggest that Homoeopathy is effective in promoting wound healing by accelerating tissue repair, reducing infection risk, and improving overall patient comfort. Further prospective, randomized controlled trials are recommended to validate these observations.