Antlers are one of the most valuable natural remedies, beginning its history in traditional Chinese medicine and medical practice in Japan and Korea. The history of the use of antlers for the treatment of diseases in these countries has more than 2000 years. And despite the extensive and profound knowledge of the healing properties of herbs, Chinese sages considered antlers, as a product of animal origin, more suitable and effective for humans.
Today, antlers are used to make tinctures, nutritional supplements, capsules for oral administration, ointments, creams, balms, injections, antler baths and compresses. Antler products are successfully used for the treatment of a variety of conditions, restore, strengthen and protect the normal functions of the body, used for general recovery, toning and increasing vitality, and are also widely used in cosmetology to maintain beauty and youth.
Michael L. Laughlin. A Summary of Research on Velvet Anther.