Lower Back Coldness in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different lower back coldness patterns according to TCM theory
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Lower back coldness is a condition characterized by a persistent feeling of coldness or chill in the lumbar region. This sensation is not just a response to a cold environment but is often a constant feeling that doesn’t subside with warming measures.
It can be accompanied by other symptoms such as pain or discomfort. This symptom reflects more than just a physical sensation; it can indicate deeper imbalances in the body's systems and overall health.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches lower back coldness as a symptom indicating an imbalance within the body, particularly in the flow and balance of Qi and the harmony of Yin and Yang energies.
In TCM, this cold sensation is often seen as a Deficiency of Yang energy or an Excess of Yin. Yang represents warmth and activity, and its Deficiency leads to cold sensations. Understanding and treating this condition in TCM involves identifying the underlying disharmonies and restoring balance through various methods, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and lifestyle adjustments.
TCM Patterns for Lower Back Coldness
Yang Deficiency
Causes: Feeling of cold in the lower back, Sensation of cold in the lower back
Wind-Cold invading with Yang Deficiency
Feeling of cold in the lower back
Along with: Low grade fever, Severe chills, Exhaustion, Hypersomnia, Cold extremities, Lumbar pain, Lower back pain, Lower back coldness, General cold feeling, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Weak voice
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Along with: Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation
Cold
Causes: Feeling of cold in the lower back
Wind-Cold invading with Yang Deficiency
Feeling of cold in the lower back
Along with: Low grade fever, Severe chills, Exhaustion, Hypersomnia, Cold extremities, Lumbar pain, Lower back pain, Lower back coldness, General cold feeling, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Weak voice
Wind
Causes: Feeling of cold in the lower back
Wind-Cold invading with Yang Deficiency
Feeling of cold in the lower back
Along with: Low grade fever, Severe chills, Exhaustion, Hypersomnia, Cold extremities, Lumbar pain, Lower back pain, Lower back coldness, General cold feeling, Lack of sweating, Headaches, Weak voice
Herbal Formulas for Lower Back Coldness
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address lower back coldness
Ma Huang Xi Xin Fu Zi Tang
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifes the Yang
- Releases the Exterior
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Wind-Cold invading with Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Low grade fever, Severe chills, Exhaustion, Hypersomnia, Cold extremities, Lumbar pain...
Zai Zao San
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonfies the Yang
- Augments the Qi
- Induces sweating
- Releases the Exterior
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Wind-Cold invading with Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Feeling of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Low grade fever, Severe chills, Exhaustion, Hypersomnia, Cold extremities, Lumbar pain...
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
You Gui Wan
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Kidney Yang
- Replenishes the Essence
- Tonifies the Blood
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Er Xian Tang
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and tonifies Yang of the Kidneys
- Clears Empty Heat
- Regulates the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and warms Kidney Yang
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Prevents abnormal leakage such as urinary incontinence or seminal emissions
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Ji Chuan Jian
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Nourishes the Blood
- Strengthens the Essence
- Moistens the Intestines
- Unblocks bowels
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Yu Lin Zhu
Addresses these lower back coldness patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Consolidates the Penetrating and Directing Vessel (Chong Mai, Ren Mai)
- Facilitating pregnancy
- Promotes Blood circulation and regulates menstruation
Addresses These Lower Back Coldness Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Sensation of cold in the lower back
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...