Clinical application 
Back pain due to herniated disc
Herniated disc, lumbar radiculopathy, prolapsed or bulging disc, or slipped disc with possible severe back pain which may worsen with coughing, straining or laughing, tingling or numbness in the legs or feet, muscle spasms or weakness
Pain originating from the spinal cord and radiating down to the legs
 
Western therapeutic action
Analgesic effect to relieve pain
Anti-inflammatory effect to reduce swelling and inflammation
Spasmolytic affect to relax muscles
Chondroprotective effect to protect the Cartlidge
Osteogenic affect to promote  generation of muscles
 
Chinese therapeutic actions
Activates blood circulation and illuminates blood stasis
Reduces swelling and inflammation
Strength soft tissue and relieves pain
 
Cautions and contraindications
Contra indicated during pregnancy in nursing
Contraindicated if taking blood thinners