# Willow bark

## Remedy Classification
- **Type:** Herbal Remedy
- **Alternative Names:** Salix alba
- **Miasm:** Emotional Miasm
- **Temperament:** Neutral
- **Aggravation Time:** Neutral/Anytime

## Keynote Indications
Willow Bark is a natural pain reliever containing salicin, the historical precursor to aspirin, used for centuries to ease fevers and joint pain.

## Modalities (Aggravations / Ameliorations)
Taken as a decoction or capsule. Avoid in individuals with known aspirin sensitivity, active stomach ulcers, or in children under 12.

## Symptoms by System

### Stomach & Abdomen
- Gentler on the stomach than synthetic aspirin, though high doses should still be avoided in gastritis.

### Extremities
- Reduces joint pain, osteoarthritis stiffness, rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, back pain, and muscular headache.