Neck & Shoulder Acute (AC)

• Acute neck and shoulder pain due to sports injuries, car accidents, prolonged body posture in a fixed position (such as working in front of a computer or sleeping in a
  poor position)
• Neck and shoulder pain, possibly with redness, swelling, and inflammation
• Limited movement of the neck and shoulders, due to pain and stiffness
• Whiplash, muscle tightness and spasms
• Acute flare-ups of chronic neck and shoulder problems
• Pain associated with a slipped or bulging disk of the neck
• Frozen shoulder or pain in the shoulder and scapula regions
  

• Analgesic effect to relieve pain
• Anti-inflammatory function to reduce inflammation and swelling
• Muscle-relaxant action to alleviate muscle spasms and cramps
• Osteogenic effect to promote formation of bones
• Chondroprotective effect to ameliorate joint destruction and prevent cartilage erosion

• Acute neck and shoulder pain, such as in whiplash, may be accompanied by spinal or anatomical injuries. The patient should be checked for structural and anatomical abnormalities if the overall condition does not improve after taking this herbal formula for one to two weeks.
• This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing, as it contains strong qi and blood activating herbs.
• 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
  

• Eat plenty of whole grains, seafood, dark green vegetables, and nuts. These foods are rich in vitamin B complex and magnesium, which are essential for nerve health and
  relaxation of tense muscles.
• 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.
• Patients should avoid exposing affected areas to cold or drafts. Scarves, turtlenecks or similar clothing should be worn to protect the neck and avoid exposing the shoulders.
• Patients with frozen shoulders should be encouraged to exercise their shoulders as much as possible.
• Patients should also be advised to check their pillow to make sure it is not too high or too low. Mattresses should also be assessed for firmness.

Take 4 capsules three times daily for moderate pain, or 7 to 8 capsules three times daily for severe pain. For maximum effectiveness, take the herbs with 6 to 8 ounces of
warm water on an empty stomach

• Radix Paeoniae Alba
• Rhizoma Chuanxiong
• Extremitas Radix Angelicae Sinensis
• Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae
• Radix Puerariae Lobatae
• Flos Carthami
• Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii
• Radix et Rhizoma Clematidis
• Rhizoma Corydalis