Pain Relieved By Massageaccording to TCM
Symptom family: General Body Pain and Discomfort
Root Causes of Pain Relieved By Massage in TCM
Explore below more details about what might cause Pain relieved by massage according to TCM.
- By Syndrome
- Qi Deficiency
- Blood Deficiency
Qi Deficiency
Qi Deficiency in TCM is like running low on battery power. Qi is the vital energy that powers every function in your body. When there's a Qi Deficiency, it means your body doesn't have enough of this essential energy. This can make you feel tired all the time, weak, or even cause shortness of breath. It's similar to how you feel when you haven't had enough sleep or nutritious food. Your body just doesn't have the energy it needs to perform at its best. Unlike modern medicine, which often focuses on specific physical causes for fatigue and weakness, TCM views Qi Deficiency as an overall energy depletion that affects your entire well-being, and it seeks to replenish and balance this vital energy.... see more
Qi Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Pain Relieved By Massage
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi and Blood Deficiency | Pain relieved with massage, General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Reluctance to speak, Lack of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness... see more | Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Sheng Yu Tang |
Blood Deficiency
Blood Deficiency in TCM is like when your body's tank runs low on the vital energy that blood provides. It's not exactly the same as anemia in modern medicine, which is about having too few red blood cells. Instead, Blood Deficiency in TCM is about your body not having enough of the life-giving qualities that blood brings, like nourishment and moisture. This can make you feel tired, look pale, and even feel dizzy or have blurry vision. It's like a garden not getting enough water to stay lush and vibrant. TCM sees this as an imbalance where the body isn't being nourished as it should be, impacting overall health and well-being.... see more
Blood Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Pain Relieved By Massage
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi and Blood Deficiency | Pain relieved with massage, General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Reluctance to speak, Lack of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness... see more | Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Sheng Yu Tang |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Pain Relieved By Massage
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address pain relieved by massage, organized by cause and by formula type.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Qi Deficiency
- Blood Deficiency
- Formulas that nourish yin and tonify
- Formulas that tonify
- Formulas that tonify blood
Top Formula for Qi Deficiency:
Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang
Suitable for Qi Deficiency patterns that may cause pain relieved by massage, such as Qi and Blood Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Pain Relieved By Massage Caused by Qi Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Sheng Yu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
Top Formula for Blood Deficiency:
Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang
Suitable for Blood Deficiency patterns that may cause pain relieved by massage, such as Qi and Blood Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Pain Relieved By Massage Caused by Blood Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Sheng Yu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that nourish Yin and tonify
These formulas are suitable for some pain relieved by massage-causing patterns like Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Tiao Gan Tang, with dong quai as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that nourish yin and tonify" recommended for pain relieved by massage
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Tiao Gan Tang | Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify
These formulas are suitable for some pain relieved by massage-causing patterns like Qi and Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang, with motherwort herb as a key herb.
Formulas that tonify Blood
These formulas are suitable for some pain relieved by massage-causing patterns like Qi and Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Sheng Yu Tang, with dong quai as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Pain Relieved By Massage
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address pain relieved by massage, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Tonic herbs for blood deficiency
- Herbs that invigorate the blood
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency
Pain relieved by massage can be treated by these herbs in cases of blood deficiency, working to nourish and replenish the body's blood supply.
One such herb is Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for pain relieved by massage, like Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency" recommended for pain relieved by massage
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di huang) | Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan |
| Dong Quai (Dang Gui) | Sheng Yu Tang | Tiao Gan Tang |
Herbs that invigorate the Blood
Pain relieved by massage can be treated by these herbs when it stems from stagnation or poor circulation of blood, helping to improve blood flow and alleviate related discomfort.
One such herb is Motherwort Herbs (Yi Mu Cao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for pain relieved by massage, like Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang.
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Pain relieved by massage can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.
One such herb is Ginseng (Ren Shen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for pain relieved by massage, like Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang.