Crampbark


Common Name Crampbark
Latin Name Viburnum opulus
Folk Name Crampbark,  High Cranberry, High Bush Cranberry,  Squaw Bush and Viburnum.
Medical Uses

Internal use: Uterine cramping, all muscle spasm, hypertension (neurocardiac syndrome) Bronchospasm, dry, irritating cough. Uterine dysfunction, PMS cramps, threatened miscarriage, false labor pains, Braxton-Hicks contractions, Partus praeparator menopausal menorrhagia, congestive dysmenorrhea. Tension headaches.  
Topical Uses: Arthritis, Backache, Muscle Soreness
In skeletal muscle spasm can be used topically.  
Topical Applications: Lotions and liniments are used for sore muscles, back pain and arthritic joints.

Contraindications: Uncooked berries are toxic. Avoid Crampbark in cases of blood clotting impairment.