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In Chinese Medicine traumatic injuries can be treated by five herbs that we have on record. Here is the list below.
The five Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat traumatic injuries
Why might Dragon's Blood (Xue Jie) help with traumatic injuries?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat traumatic injuries as can be seen on Dragon's Blood's page.
Dragon's Blood is a Neutral herb that tastes Salty and Sweet. It targets the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Stops bleeding and promotes the healing of wounds Invigorates and removes Blood Stagnation. Alleviates pain.
Why might Star Jasmine Stem (Luo Shi Teng) help with traumatic injuries?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat traumatic injuries as can be seen on Star Jasmine Stem's page.
Star Jasmine Stems is a Cool herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Heart, the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Dispel Wind-Damp and removes obstruction from the Channels. Remove Blood-Heat and reduces swelling.
Why might Japanese Teasel Root (Xu Duan) help with traumatic injuries?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat traumatic injuries as can be seen on Japanese Teasel Root's page.
Japanese Teasel Roots is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Sour. It targets the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Tonifies the Liver and Kidneys. Assists in the healing of bones. Both stops bleeding and moves Blood. Calms the foetus.
Why might Sanguisorba Root (Di Yu) help with traumatic injuries?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat traumatic injuries as can be seen on Sanguisorba Root's page.
Sanguisorba Roots is a Cool herb that tastes Bitter and Sour. It targets the Stomach, the Large intestine and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Reduces Heat in the Blood, drains Damp-Heat and stops bleeding. Stops diarrhea. Applied topically it reduces inflammation and aids in wound healing.
Why might Myrrh (Mo Yao) help with traumatic injuries?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat traumatic injuries as can be seen on Myrrh's page.
Myrrh is a Neutral herb that tastes Bitter. It targets the Spleen, the Heart and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Moves Blood and relieves Stagnation and pain caused by Blood Stagnation. Assists in wound healing.
Other symptoms often associated with traumatic injuries
Ulcers Fractures Sores Carbuncles Internal injuries Traumatic bleeding Irregular menstruation Painful menstruations Joint stiffness Sore lower back