Flex (CD) is formulated specifically to treat musculoskeletal disorders characterized by cold and dampness. It contains herbs with functions to eliminate cold and dampness, tonify Kidney yin and yang, warm up channels and collaterals, activate qi and blood circulation, and relieve pain.
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.
Clinical Applications:
* Chronic cold-type of arthritis or arthralgia that worsens with cold and damp weather
* Chronic low back pain and sciatica with underlying deficiencies
* Degenerative disorders with weakness of the lower back and knees with reduced mobility
* General aches and pains characterized by cold manifestations
* Fibromyalgia characterized by cold or numbness
TCM Functions:
* Expels wind, cold and damp
* Warms channels and collaterals, disperses painful obstruction
* Tonifies Kidney yin and yang
* Invigorates the blood circulation and relieves pain
Cautions and Contraindications:
* Side effects of this herbal formula may include nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort and irritability. Discontinue using this formula if these adverse reactions occur.
* Do not use this formula if the patient presents with heat signs such as redness, burning or inflammation of the joints that worsens with heat.
* This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.
* This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui Wei (Extremitas Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising.[1],[2],[3]
* Patients who wear a pacemaker, take antiarrhythmic drugs or cardiac glycosides, such as Lanoxin (digoxin), and have pre-existing cardiovascular problems should not take this formula. Zhi Cao Wu (Radix Aconiti Kusnezoffii Praeparata) and Zhi Chuan Wu (Radix Aconiti Praeparata) may interact with these drugs by affecting the rhythm and potentiating the contractile strength of the heart.
Flex (CD)
Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba)
Chuan Niu Xi (Radix Cyathulae)
Chuan Xiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)
Dang Gui Wei (Extremitas Radix Angelicae Sinensis)
Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae)
Du Huo (Radix Angelicae Pubescentis)
Du Zhong (Cortex Eucommiae)
Fang Feng (Radix Saposhnikoviae)
Ji Xue Teng (Caulis Spatholobi)
Qian Nian Jian (Rhizoma Homalomenae)
Qin Jiao (Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae)
Ren Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng)
Sang Ji Sheng (Herba Taxilli)
Wei Ling Xian (Radix et Rhizoma Clematidis)
Wu Jia Pi (Cortex Acanthopanacis)
Yan Hu Suo (Rhizoma Corydalis)
Zhi Cao Wu (Radix Aconiti Kusnezoffii Praeparata)
Zhi Chuan Wu (Radix Aconiti Praeparata)