Back Support (Chronic)

• Chronic low back pain (lumbago);
• Weakness and soreness of the lower back and knees;
• Dull achy back pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion;
• Slow and incomplete recovery from back injuries;
• Sciatica, osteoarthritis, lumbago, lower back pain resulting from osteoporosis;

• Chondroprotective function to prevent joint destruction and cartilage erosion;
• Osteogenic function to promote generation of new bones;
• Anti-inflammatory effect to reduce pain, swelling, and redness;
• Analgesic influence to relieve pain;
• Antispasmodic effect to stop muscle spasm and cramping

• 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.

• Eat a diet with a wide variety of raw vegetables and fruits, and whole grain cereals to ensure a complete supply of nutrients for the bones, nerves, and muscles.
• Adequate intake of calcium is essential for the repair and rebuilding of bones, tendons, cartilage, and connective tissues.
• Fresh pineapples are recommended as they contain bromelain, an enzyme that is excellent in reducing inflammation.
• To relieve cramps and spasms, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, especially those high in potassium such as bananas and oranges. Also drink an adequate amount of water, as back pain may be due in part to dehydration.
• Adequate intake of minerals, such as calcium and potassium, are essential for pain management. Deficiency of these minerals will lead to spasms, cramps, and tense muscles.
• Avoid red meat and seafood in the diet as they contain high levels of uric acid, which adds strain on the kidneys.
• Avoid cold beverages, ice cream, caffeine, sugar, tomatoes, milk, and dairy products.

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily. Patients who have chronic back pain from repetitive movement from their job should take this formula at a maintenance dose of two capsules a day to strengthen the muscles and tendons in the back to prevent injury. For maximum effectiveness, take the herbs on an empty stomach with warm water. This formula should not be taken during the acute phase of injury, where there is still bleeding, inflammation, and bruising.

• Radix Paeoniae Alba;
• Radix Cyathulae;
• Radix Rehmanniae;
• Radix Angelicae Pubescentis;
• Cortex Eucommiae;
• Caulis Spatholobi;
• Fructus Chaenomelis;
• Rhizoma Homalomenae;
• Herba Taxilli;
• Radix et Rhizoma Clematidis;
• Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae Praeparata cum Melle;