CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
Shoulder: periarthritis of the shoulder, frozen shoulder, capsulitis, rotator cuff tear, rotator cuff tendonitis, bursitis, inflammation and pain of the shoulder, subluxation or dislocation, AC (acromioclavicular) separation
Elbow: lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow), olecranon bursitis, tendonitis
Wrist: carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, sprain and strain
General pain and discomfort of the arm: tendonitis, bursitis, arthritis, numbness, decreased range of motion, and atrophy
WESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
Analgesic effect to alleviate pain
Anti-inflammatory function to reduce swelling and inflammation
Muscle-relaxant property to relieve spasms and cramps
Protects and facilitates the recovery of cartilages from repetitive damages
CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
Dispels cold and damp
Activates qi and blood circulation
Opens peripheral channels and collaterals
Relieves pain
DOSAGE
Take 3 to 4 capsules, three times daily as needed to relieve pain. The dosage may be increased up to 6 to 8 capsules every four to six hours if necessary, especially in the early stages of injury when there is severe and excruciating pain. When the pain subsides, the dosage should be reduced to 3 or 4 capsules, three times daily. For maximum effectiveness, take the herbs on an empty stomach with two tall glasses of warm water. In chronic cases or for consolidation of treatment efficacy, the dosage can be reduced to 2 capsules twice daily on an empty stomach.
INGREDIENTS
Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba)
Dan Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Salviae Miltiorrhizae)
E Zhu (Rhizoma Curcumae)
Ge Gen (Radix Puerariae Lobatae)
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi)
Ji Xue Teng (Caulis Spatholobi)
Jiang Huang (Rhizoma Curcumae Longae)
Luo Shi Teng (Caulis Trachelospermi)
Sang Shen (Fructus Mori)
Sang Zhi (Ramulus Mori)
Shan Zha (Fructus Crataegi)
Wu Jia Pi (Cortex Acanthopanacis)
Xi Xian Cao (Herba Siegesbeckiae)
Yan Hu Suo (Rhizoma Corydalis)
CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
* This formula has strong qi and blood activating herbs and is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.