Prior to purchasing this product, it is recommended to book a consultation with one of our acupuncturists in order to determine whether this herbal formula will be beneficial for you.
TCM Functions:
* Disperses painful obstruction
* Relieves pain
* Invigorates qi and blood circulation
* Tonifies Liver and Kidney deficiencies
Cautions and Contraindications:
* Because of the blood-invigorating nature of this formula, Back Support (CR) is not recommended during pregnancy and nursing.
* Back Support (CR) is a warm formula, and use of this warm formula may be associated with a slight increase in blood pressure. Therefore, blood pressure should be monitored while taking this formula.
* Patients who have pain radiating to the extremities accompanied by a sudden loss of bladder or bowel control may have a pinched nerve or spinal injury, and must be referred out to emergency care if they have not already been evaluated by a specialist. This condition, known as cauda equina syndrome, can lead to permanent disability and must be evaluated and treated immediately.
* If the patient presents with fever and one-sided back pain, consider a possible kidney infection and do not use this herbal formula. Patients with acute nephritis should be referred to their medical doctor immediately.
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