Weak Limbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different weak limbs patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
Weak limbs encompass a range of conditions characterized by a reduction in muscle strength and endurance in the arms, legs, or both. This symptom can significantly impact daily activities, mobility, and quality of life.
Weakness in the limbs may arise from various causes, including neurological disorders, muscle diseases, and systemic conditions. It's a common complaint among all age groups, particularly pronounced in the elderly due to the natural aging process and associated health issues.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perceives weak limbs as a manifestation of underlying imbalances within the body’s energetic systems. TCM attributes this condition to deficiencies in Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, or Yang, or to obstruction in the flow of Qi and Blood due to external pathogenic factors like Cold or Dampness.
Identifying and correcting the specific disharmony through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary adjustments are central to TCM's treatment approach.
TCM Patterns for Weak Limbs
Qi Deficiency
Causes: Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Spleen Qi Deficiency
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Along with: Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Dyspepsia, Swollen complexion, Obesity
Qi Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat, Frequent colds or flu, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of breath
Spleen and Lung Qi Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea, Obesity, Shortness of breath, Coughing, Weak voice, Spontaneous sweat, Dislike of speaking, Frequent colds or flu, Aversion to cold
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea, Upper abdominal discomfort, Loss of taste
Stomach Qi Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Morning fatigue
Spleen Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Edema
Yang Deficiency
Causes: Weak Limbs, Weak limbs, Sore and weak limbs
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Weak Limbs
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
Spleen Yang Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills, Undigested food in stools, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen, Abdominal pain relieved by pressure and warmth, Dull shallow face
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
Weak limbs
Along with: Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Cold extremities, Generalized fatigue, Pale face
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Palpitations
Qi Stagnation
Causes: Weak Limbs, Sore and weak limbs, Weak extremities
Pericardium Qi Stagnation
Weak Limbs
Along with: Mild chest pain, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sighing, Throat lumps, Palpitations, Depression, Irritability, Loss of appetite, Cold extremities
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Weak extremities
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Red and white vaginal discharge, Infertility
Blood Stasis
Causes: Weak Limbs, Weak extremities
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Weak extremities
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Red and white vaginal discharge, Infertility
Blood Deficiency
Causes: Weak Limbs, Weak extremities
Spleen Blood Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea, Depression, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
Weak extremities
Along with: Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Red and white vaginal discharge, Infertility
Dampness
Causes: Sore and weak limbs
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Damp-Heat
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Heat
Causes: Sore and weak limbs
Damp-Heat
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Essence Deficiency
Causes: Weak Limbs
Kidney Essence Deficiency
Weak Limbs
Along with: Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain, Infertility, Primary amenorrhea, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Absentmindness
Qi Rebellion
Causes: Weak Limbs
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
Weak Limbs
Along with: Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression, Acid reflux, Hiccups, Belching, Nausea or vomiting, Sighing
Qi Sinking
Causes: Weak Limbs
Spleen Qi Sinking
Weak Limbs
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Phlegm
Causes: Sore and weak limbs
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Yin Deficiency
Causes: Sore and weak limbs
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
Sore and weak limbs
Along with: Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Palpitations
Cold
Causes: Weak Limbs
Empty-Cold
Weak Limbs
Along with: Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating, Diarrhea, Clear urination, Frequent urination
Herbal Formulas for Weak Limbs
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address weak limbs
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Spleen and Lung Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Spleen Qi Sinking
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Gui Pi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and nourish Qi and Blood
- Tonifies Heart and Spleen
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Diarrhea...
Spleen Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea, Depression...
Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Invigorates the Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Blood and Qi Deficiency with Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Weak extremities
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Lower back pain, Abdominal distention, Irregular periods, Red and white vaginal discharge...
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Dries Dampness
- Clears Heat
- Stops vaginal discharge
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Middle Burner (Spleen and Stomach)
- Tonifies Qi
- Relieves spasmodic pain
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Cold extremities...
Er Xian Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and tonifies Yang of the Kidneys
- Clears Empty Heat
- Regulates the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability...
Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Regulates the flow of Qi,
- Clears Phlegm
- Treats esophageal spasm
- Descends Rebellious Qi
- Dissipates clumps
- Relieves Stagnation
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Pericardium Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Mild chest pain, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sighing, Throat lumps, Palpitations...
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Dampness and Phlegm
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens and harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach
- Resolves Dampness
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Cold extremities...
Er Zhi Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver Yin
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability...
Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Pacifies the Liver
- Removes Stagnation
- Drains Fire
- Unblocks the Meridians
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi
- Removes Dampness
- Moves Qi
- Alleviates pain
- Strengthens the Spleen and Harmonizes the Stomach,
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver and Spleen Qi Stagnation
- Tonifies Spleen
- Clears Deficient Heat
- Nourishes the blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression...
Er Miao San
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Dampness from the Lower Burner
- Drains Heat from the Lower Burner
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Qing Re Tiao Xue Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Expel Dampness
- Relieve pain
- Move Qi and Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Heat
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst...
Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Damp-Phlegm
- Nourishes Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Sore and weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle Burner
- Removes Dampness
- Stops vaginal discharge
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Depression, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge...
Da Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Middle Burner Deficiency
- Directs rebellious Qi downward
- Relieves pain
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Regulates the downward flow of Stomach Qi
- Expectorant, treats hiccups
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Spreads the Liver Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Resolves Dampness
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Diarrhea...
Zhen Wu Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Yang and Qi of the Spleen and Kidneys
- Eliminates Dampness
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Ba Zhen Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and augments Qi
- Tonifies and augments Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen...
Ban Liu Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Fortifies the Fire at the Gate of Vitality
- Expels Cold
- Unblocks the Yang
- Drains Turbidity
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Empty-Cold
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Si Mo Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes the movement of Qi
- Directs rebellious Qi downward
- Expands the chest and dissipates clumping
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood and augments the Yin
- Moderates painful spasms
- Alleviates pain
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Diarrhea...
Huang Tu Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Nourishes the Blood
- Stops bleeding
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Ju Yuan Jian
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Prevents abnormal leakage such as urinary incontinence or seminal emissions
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Directs rebellious Qi downward
- Stops hiccup
- Augments Qi
- Clears heat
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Wen Pi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Spleen Yang
- Clears Cold Evil
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down curled up, Pale face, Cold extremities, Chills...
Si Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Spleen and Lung Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen...
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Stomach Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Morning fatigue
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Kidney Yin and Essence
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Beautifies hair
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Augments the Qi
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Directs Rebellious Qi downward
- Stops hiccup
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Irritability, Upper abdominal pain, Upper abdominal distension, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal oppression...
Xiao Jian Zhong Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Middle Burner (Spleen and Stomach)
- Tonifies Qi
- Relieves spasmodic pain
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Cold extremities...
Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
- Clears Phlegm and mucus
- Promotes appetite
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat...
Spleen and Lung Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen...
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Spleen, Heart and Kidneys
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Augments Qi
- Tonifies Yang
- Promotes Longevity
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain...
Wu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies the Liver and Stomach
- Directs Rebellious Qi downward
- Stops vomiting
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stomach Yang Deficient and Cold
How it manifests:
Weak limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Epigastric pain relieved with pressure or eating, Loss of appetite, Desire for hot beverages and foods, Vomiting clear liquid, Absence of thirst, Cold extremities...
Fei Er Wan
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Kills parasites
- Reduces accumulation
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen...
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Augments the Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Stops diarrhea
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs, Weakness in the limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Slight abdominal distension after eating, General weakness, Desire to lie down, Slight abdominal pain, Excessive gas and flatulence, Bloated abdomen...
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...
Sheng Yang Yi Wei Tang
Addresses these weak limbs patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Augments the Qi
- Raises the Yang
- Releases Dampness
Addresses These Weak Limbs Pattern Variations
Stomach and Spleen Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Weak Limbs
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Diarrhea...