Wind-Induced Soup for Radiculitis December 25, 1994

Wind-Induced Soup for Radiculitis December 25, 1994

Han Shuishi 15g, Chi Shizhi 15g, Bai Shizhi 15g, Zi Shi Ying 15g, Sheng Shi Gao 15g, Sheng Longgu and Mu Li each 15g, Huashi 15g, Dahuang 7g, Gui Zhi 10g, Gan Jiang 20g, Sheng Di Huang 20g, Dang Gui 15g, Niuxi 15g, Muguas 15g, Qinjiao 15g, Weilingxian 15g. This formula mainly uses seven heavy stones that sink to the bottom, so it can be called “Seven Stones Soup.” Because of the seven stones, the medicinal power descends, guiding the medicine to the ear. Among the seven stones, Chi Shizhi, Bai Shizhi, Sheng Longgu, Mu Li, Han Shuishi, and Sheng Shi Gao can be considered three pairs, with Zi Shi Ying adding half a pair. Gui Zhi, Dahuang, and Gan Jiang, as three descending medicines, also help direct the medicinal power downward, while Qinjiao and Weilingxian dispel wind and dampness, Sheng Di Huang and Dang Gui regulate yin and calm the interior, Niuxi and Muguas specialize in rheumatism in the lower limbs, forming three pairs of medicines. This formula can be remembered as “Seven Stones, Three Pairs.” The first three are the three descending medicines—Gui, Huang, and Jiang; the last three are the three pairs.