Notoginseng, Salvia & Spatholobus Congee

Internal medicineKnee osteoarthritisBlood stasis obstructionPorridge

Ingredients

  • Notoginseng 10–15 g
  • Salvia miltiorrhiza 15–20 g
  • Spatholobus stem 30 g
  • Rice 300 g

Principle

Notoginseng and salvia move blood and stop pain; spatholobus nourishes blood and frees collaterals—for fixed stabbing knee pain with blood stasis.

Effects & uses

For stabbing fixed joint pain and dusky tongue (differentiation required).

Method

  1. Decoct herbs to a strong decoction; cook rice congee and stir in the decoction near the end.

How to use

  • One serving daily as tolerated.

Caution

Contraindicated in pregnancy. Consult a clinician if on anticoagulants. Not a drug substitute.

Source

Zhejiang TCM University Affiliated Hospital II OA diet care notes. Pending verification.

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