Postoperative Painaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Surgical & Postoperative Conditions
Sub-symptom(s): Postoperative Diaphragm Spasms
TCM Herbal Formulas for Postoperative Pain
See more details below about Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang, a herbal formula used to address postoperative pain.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas for a rebellious qi
Formulas for a rebellious Qi
Postoperative pain can be treated by these formulas if it is caused by the disruption of Qi flow, that causes the normal movement of body processes to go the wrong way.
One such formula is Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang, with cloves as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Postoperative Pain
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address postoperative pain, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Herbs that clear heat and relieve toxicity
- Herbs that warm the interior and/or expel cold
- Herbs that regulate qi
Herbs that clear Heat and relieve Toxicity
Postoperative pain can be treated by these herbs if it arises from internal heat and toxic accumulations, aiding in detoxification and cooling the body.
One such herb is Patrinia (Bai Jiang Cao), which is directly recommended for postoperative pain.
Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold
Postoperative pain can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.
One such herb is Cloves (Ding Xiang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for postoperative pain, like Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang.
Herbs that regulate Qi
Postoperative pain can be treated by these herbs when resulting from Qi stagnation or imbalance, helping to promote the smooth flow of Qi in the body.
One such herb is Persimmon Calyxes (Shi Di), a key herb in some formulas recommended for postoperative pain, like Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang.