WHAT IS ATHLETIC RECOVERY OIL?

ARO (pronounced like Arrow) is more than a simple mentholated pain reliever. It is a therapeutic herbal liniment formulated specifically to speed healing of injured tissue and to prevent the aggravation of existing muscle injuries.

Used by professional athletes, physical therapists, physicians and trainers, ARO is the only natural liniment for muscle injuries that is made with a combination of fresh plant herbal extracts, castor oil and aromatherapeutic oils. ARO can be used as either a hot or cold therapy treatment.

WHY IS ATHLETIC RECOVERY OIL SO EFFECTIVE?

• ARO penetrates deeply into injured tissue, reducing pain and inflammation, and stimulating the regeneration of injured tissue.
• Castor oil is the primary carrier, well known for its ability to penetrate deeply into the tissue, stimulate lymphatic circulation, increase flexibility and alleviate scarring.
• Flax, Sesame and Wheat Germ oils nourish the skin, provide essential fatty acids and speed healing.
• Arnica and St. John’s Wort are used to prevent bruising, reduce inflammation and regenerate nerve tissue.
• Comfrey is famous for its anti-inflammatory, wound healing and tissue regenerative properties.
• Cayenne stimulates circulation, encouraging deep tissue delivery of the other therapeutic agents.
• Juniper, Rosemary and Wintergreen essential oils relieve pain, increase circulation and speed healing while providing a pleasant aromatic experience.

TWO EASY WAYS TO USE ATHLETIC RECOVERY OIL

ARO can be used in two ways: by direct application or as a heated Castor oil pack therapy. Since ARO is a Castor oil based liniment, it will appear oily on the surface of the skin for the first few seconds, but will quickly be absorbed. ARO will penetrate the tissue to a depth of several inches, carrying the herbal extracts and oils deep into the tissue for maximum therapeutic benefit.

ARO is made of fresh ingredients and contains no artificial emulsifiers. Please shake the bottle well before using.

1 - DIRECT APPLICATION

For sore muscles or at the time of a muscle injury, ARO should be directly applied to unbroken skin without heat. Just shake the bottle well and gently massage it into the injured area several times a day and before you go to bed at night.

2 - HEATED CASTOR OIL PACK THERAPY

After the initial swelling of an injury has gone down or for chronic conditions, Athletic Recovery Oil can be applied with heat as follows:

• Use a wool flannel cloth of at least 10" x 14", folded over two or three times for maximum heat retention. A thick cotton cloth will also work, but the wool flannel retains heat better.

• Spread the cloth out onto a plastic sheet (a Chux pad or plastic wrap). Shake the bottle well, then pour ARO onto the cloth in an area large enough to cover the injury site. The cloth should be saturated but not dripping. (Note: One 2 ounce bottle of ARO is sufficient as a heat treatment for an area the size of a knee, ankle, wrist or elbow. The same cloth can be used for 3-4 treatments without needing to apply more.)

• Apply the ARO-soaked cloth to the injury site and cover it with the piece of plastic so that it will not stain other linens. Secure the cloth and plastic to the injury site by loosely wrapping an elastic bandage around it to hold it in place.

• Apply a heat source such as a hot water bottle or heating pad to the injured area for 30 minutes. It can be left on for up to 8 hours. (If you are using a hot water bottle, you will need to change the water several times to maintain the heat.) Cover with a couple of towels or blankets to help retain the heat.

• After the heated ARO therapy is complete, place the oil saturated cloth in a plastic bag and store in a cool place until the next use.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT ATHLETIC RECOVERY OIL:

"This stuff really works! I got a very large bruise on my shin from cycling, so I applied Athletic Recovery Oil at night, and the next morning, the bruise had completely vanished."
- Bicycle Racer, Santa Rosa, California

"I used Athletic Recovery Oil after I tore my ACL in a skiing accident. I not only avoided surgery, I am three weeks ahead of my healing schedule. My orthopedic surgeon is amazed!" - Injured skier, Boulder, CO

"I make sure my bottle of ARO is packed with my gear whenever I go climbing."
- Rock climber, Boulder, CO

"Thanks to ARO my tendonitis is gone and I can play tennis again without pain!"
- Attorney, Boulder, CO

"I used ARO to heal a severe ankle sprain from a trail running accident.
Now I wouldn't hit the trail without it!"
- Runner, Boulder, CO

"I use ARO regularly in my practice, with consistently great results. My patients love it!
- Acupuncturist, Ft. Collins, CO

10% of the profits of this product are donated to the Ethno-Medicine Preservation Project (EMPP), a non-profit organization which is dedicated to the preservation of the medicinal plant knowledge of indigenous peoples.