Neck & Shoulder (CR) is designed to treat chronic neck and shoulder problems characterized by pain, numbness, stiffness, discomfort, limited mobility, slow recovery or continuing deterioration. Effective treatment must focus on activating qi and blood circulation, opening the channels and collaterals, and nourishing the muscles and tendons.
 
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Clinical Applications:
* Chronic neck and shoulder pain, including numbness and discomfort
* Limited movement of the neck and shoulders due to pain and stiffness
* Long-term neck and shoulder injuries with a slow recovery or continuing deterioration
* Injuries of the neck and shoulder muscles commonly caused by over-exertion
* Repetitive stress syndrome of the neck and shoulders (i.e., prolonged upright sitting position, or working in front of a computer)
* Arthritis of the neck
 
TCM Functions: 
* Disperses painful obstruction, strengthens sinews and tendons
* Disperses residual qi and blood stagnation in the channels and collaterals
* Relieves pain and muscle spasms due to chronic bi zheng (painful obstruction syndrome) of the neck and shoulders
 
Cautions and Contraindications
* Chronic neck and shoulder pain may be accompanied by spinal or anatomical injuries. The patient should be checked for structural and anatomical abnormalities, especially if the overall condition does not improve after two to three weeks of herbal treatment.
* 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