A Healing spell is a type of spell that is used to magically heal injuries. In 1996, Harry Potter allowed Luna Lovegood to heal his broken nose, though he had been intending to see Madam Pomfrey, who he privately felt was more competent with Healing spells than Tonks.[1]
Known Healing spells
- Anapneo — Used to clear the throat of a choking victim.
- Episkey — Used to treat mild to moderate injuries including split lips and broken noses.[1]
- Tergeo — Used to clear up dried blood from a bleeding wound.
- Vulnera Sanentur — Used to heal deep gashes like those caused by the curse Sectumsempra.[2]
Unidentified Healing spells
- Madam Pomfrey used an unidentified spell to heal a gash on Harry Potter's shoulder after the First Task of the Triwizard Tournament.[3]
- Albus Dumbledore used an unidentified spell to heal a cut he made on his arm in order to give the offering of blood needed to enter the Horcrux cave.[4]