Herbal Formula for Relaxing Tendons and Promoting Blood Circulation

Herbal Formula for Relaxing Tendons and Promoting Blood Circulation,Pain in tendons and bones; soreness in the lower back and hips.

Formulas Name : Herbal Formula for Relaxing Tendons and Promoting Blood Circulation

Chinese Name : 舒筋活血洗药方

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Duhuo, 3 qian of Qin Jiao, 3 qian of Fangji, 3 qian of Papaya, 3 qian of Red Peony Root, 2 qian of Moutan Bark, 3 qian of Mulberry Twig, 1 qian of Wood Fragrance (ground).

Source

*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.

Benefits

Pain in tendons and bones; soreness in the lower back and hips.

Instructions for Use

Boil the above herbs in water until thoroughly infused, then use the decoction to wash the affected area.

Herbal Formula for Relaxing Tendons and Promoting Blood Circulation,*Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.,Pain in tendons and bones; soreness in the lower back and hips.

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