Knee & Ankle Acute (AC)

• Acute knee and ankle injuries: sprain and strain, pain with swelling and inflammation
  
• Acute leg injuries: damages to the soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilages and bones
  
• Soreness of the knee from repeated pressure and use of the knees, tendonitis, bursitis, sprain and strain, patellar tendonitis

• Analgesic effect to relieve pain
• Anti-inflammatory effect to reduce swelling and inflammation
• Antiarthritic effect to suppress pro-inflammatory cytokines
• Antirheumatic effect to protect against joint destruction

• This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.
  
• This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui (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.
• The following warning statement is required by the State of California: ―This product contains Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei). Read and follow directions carefully.
  Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei) may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

• Sulfur helps the absorption of calcium. Adequate intake and absorption of calcium is essential for the repair and the rebuilding of bones, tendons, cartilage, and connective
  tissues. Consume foods high in sulfur such as asparagus, eggs, fresh garlic, and onions.
• Histidine, an amino acid, is responsible for removing the high levels of copper and iron found in arthritic patients. Consume foods high in histidine, such as rice, wheat and
  rye.
• Fresh pineapples are recommended as they contain bromelain, an enzyme that is excellent in reducing inflammation.
• Fish oil may help alleviate pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis. It can be taken in conjunction with the herbs.
• Avoid spicy food, caffeine, citrus fruits, sugar, milk, dairy products and red meat.
• Decrease the intake of sour foods, drinks or fruits (citrus), as their nature constricts and may contribute to further stagnation in the channels and collaterals.
• For obese patients, weight loss is suggested as it lessens the pressure on the joints, which can then help in relieving pain.
• Patients who are active in sports should take time off to rest the knee in order to gain full recovery.
• Patients with meniscus and ligament injuries are encouraged to rest and move the knee as little as possible to prevent recurrent injuries. Full movement or sports should not be performed until the knee is completely healed. Jumping or sudden landing are contraindicated.
• The above principles also apply to the ankles as well.

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily. Dosage may be increased up to 5 to 6 capsules every four to six hours as needed. For quick and maximum effectiveness, take the herbs
on an empty stomach with warm water.

• Radix Paeoniae Rubrae
• Radix Vladimiriae
• Radix Cyathulae
• Rhizoma Chuanxiong
• Radix et Rhizoma Rhei
• Radix Angelicae Sinensis
• Radix Rehmanniae
• Radix Angelicae Pubescentis
• Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae
• Flos Carthami
• Myrrha
• Fructus Chaenomelis
• Gummi Olibanum
• Radix et Rhizoma Notoginseng
• Lignum Sappan
• Semen Persicae
• Radix Lindera
• Radix Dipsaci
• Herba Lycopi