Compress #8

Ma’s Post-trauma Soak-Compress This formula is a modification of a combination of Hai Tong Pi Tang, and Wu Jia Pi Tang. Those decoctions concentrate on moving qi and blood, dispelling cold-damp and relieving pain. This modification is slightly warmer than either of its two components. Ma’s Post-trauma Soak-Compress (#8) is a good general treatment for all second-stage sinew damage as long as swelling has substantially decreased. In light cases this soak-compress can be used three days after insult, but in most cases it is best to wait five to seven days before employing a steam-soak. Use this soak-compress after swelling has dissipated and what remain are blood stasis, stiffness and limitations of joint movement. Functions: Move qi, resolve stasis, relieve pain, disinhibit joints and dispel cold and damp. Ingredients: tou gu cao, shen jin cao, hai tong pi, wu jia pi, ai ye, jing jie, fang feng, dan shen, wei ling xian, (chuan) hua jiao, hong hua, ru xiang, bai zhi, mu gua.