Cramp Bark
Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus)
Other Common Names: Guelder Rose, Snowball Tree, Highbush Cranberry
Family: Adoxaceae (Moschatel)
Parts Used: Bark
Energetics: Cooling, relaxing, slightly drying
Taste: Bitter, slightly astringent
A Soothing Botanical for Muscle, Menstrual & Nervous System Support
Cramp bark is a powerful muscle relaxant and antispasmodic traditionally used in Western, Indigenous, and European herbalism to ease muscle tension, soothe menstrual cramps, and support the nervous system. It is widely valued for its ability to calm spasms, relieve pain, and promote smooth muscle relaxation.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cramp bark is valued for its antispasmodic, nervine, and pain-relieving properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Menstrual cramp relief: Eases uterine contractions and menstrual discomfort
✔️ Muscle tension & spasms: Helps relieve tightness in muscles, back pain, and leg cramps
✔️ Digestive cramping: Soothes intestinal spasms and digestive discomfort
✔️ Nervous system support: Calms tension and stress-related physical discomfort
✔️ Cardiovascular & circulatory health: Traditionally used to support blood vessel function and reduce hypertension-related tension
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Decoction: Simmer dried cramp bark for a deeply soothing herbal tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for menstrual and muscular relief
🌿 Capsules: A convenient option for ongoing cramp relief and nervous system support
🌿 Herbal Massage Oil: Infuse in oil and apply topically to sore muscles or abdominal cramping
🌿 Bath & Compress: Add to bathwater or use a warm compress for localized pain relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cramp bark is ethically wildcrafted and organically cultivated, preserving its potency while respecting ecological balance.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Not recommended for pregnancy, as it may relax uterine muscles
⚠️ May mildly lower blood pressure—monitor if using antihypertensive medications
⚠️ Avoid use if allergic to plants in the Adoxaceae (Elderberry) family
⚠️ Best used as needed rather than long-term daily use
Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus)
Other Common Names: Guelder Rose, Snowball Tree, Highbush Cranberry
Family: Adoxaceae (Moschatel)
Parts Used: Bark
Energetics: Cooling, relaxing, slightly drying
Taste: Bitter, slightly astringent
A Soothing Botanical for Muscle, Menstrual & Nervous System Support
Cramp bark is a powerful muscle relaxant and antispasmodic traditionally used in Western, Indigenous, and European herbalism to ease muscle tension, soothe menstrual cramps, and support the nervous system. It is widely valued for its ability to calm spasms, relieve pain, and promote smooth muscle relaxation.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cramp bark is valued for its antispasmodic, nervine, and pain-relieving properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Menstrual cramp relief: Eases uterine contractions and menstrual discomfort
✔️ Muscle tension & spasms: Helps relieve tightness in muscles, back pain, and leg cramps
✔️ Digestive cramping: Soothes intestinal spasms and digestive discomfort
✔️ Nervous system support: Calms tension and stress-related physical discomfort
✔️ Cardiovascular & circulatory health: Traditionally used to support blood vessel function and reduce hypertension-related tension
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Decoction: Simmer dried cramp bark for a deeply soothing herbal tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for menstrual and muscular relief
🌿 Capsules: A convenient option for ongoing cramp relief and nervous system support
🌿 Herbal Massage Oil: Infuse in oil and apply topically to sore muscles or abdominal cramping
🌿 Bath & Compress: Add to bathwater or use a warm compress for localized pain relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cramp bark is ethically wildcrafted and organically cultivated, preserving its potency while respecting ecological balance.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Not recommended for pregnancy, as it may relax uterine muscles
⚠️ May mildly lower blood pressure—monitor if using antihypertensive medications
⚠️ Avoid use if allergic to plants in the Adoxaceae (Elderberry) family
⚠️ Best used as needed rather than long-term daily use
Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus)
Other Common Names: Guelder Rose, Snowball Tree, Highbush Cranberry
Family: Adoxaceae (Moschatel)
Parts Used: Bark
Energetics: Cooling, relaxing, slightly drying
Taste: Bitter, slightly astringent
A Soothing Botanical for Muscle, Menstrual & Nervous System Support
Cramp bark is a powerful muscle relaxant and antispasmodic traditionally used in Western, Indigenous, and European herbalism to ease muscle tension, soothe menstrual cramps, and support the nervous system. It is widely valued for its ability to calm spasms, relieve pain, and promote smooth muscle relaxation.
Key Benefits & Uses
Cramp bark is valued for its antispasmodic, nervine, and pain-relieving properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Menstrual cramp relief: Eases uterine contractions and menstrual discomfort
✔️ Muscle tension & spasms: Helps relieve tightness in muscles, back pain, and leg cramps
✔️ Digestive cramping: Soothes intestinal spasms and digestive discomfort
✔️ Nervous system support: Calms tension and stress-related physical discomfort
✔️ Cardiovascular & circulatory health: Traditionally used to support blood vessel function and reduce hypertension-related tension
How to Use
🌿 Tea/Decoction: Simmer dried cramp bark for a deeply soothing herbal tea
🌿 Tincture: A concentrated extract for menstrual and muscular relief
🌿 Capsules: A convenient option for ongoing cramp relief and nervous system support
🌿 Herbal Massage Oil: Infuse in oil and apply topically to sore muscles or abdominal cramping
🌿 Bath & Compress: Add to bathwater or use a warm compress for localized pain relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our cramp bark is ethically wildcrafted and organically cultivated, preserving its potency while respecting ecological balance.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ Not recommended for pregnancy, as it may relax uterine muscles
⚠️ May mildly lower blood pressure—monitor if using antihypertensive medications
⚠️ Avoid use if allergic to plants in the Adoxaceae (Elderberry) family
⚠️ Best used as needed rather than long-term daily use