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Therapeutic Actions1.For muscle spasms, particularly due to injuries (such as whiplash) affecting the upper body. It may also be used for muscle cramps and restless leg syndrome2.Neuralgias of the upper body such as trigeminal, intercostal etc.; may be tried for sciatica, although this is mostly an upper body formula3.Contractions, numbness in the limbs; tremors or lack of strength in the limbs; wrist pain, carpal tunnel syndrome
Chinese Therapeutic EffectsInvigorates bloodRelieves stagnant qiMoistens and nourishes the sinewsOpens up the channel
FormulaSPZM is an empirical formula from Shanghai with added calcium and magnesium.White peony (bai shao) nourishes blood and alleviates pain. This herb also preserves yin and insures the smooth flow of Qi. If Qi is not flowing smoothly there will be emotional frustration, anger, abdominal distention, lump in the throat, and PMS in women. These factors can also cause Qi stagnation. Peony insures the sinews are moistened and nourished. Pueraria (ge gen), releases the muscle tension and clears heat. It is particularly useful for headache, stiff upper back and neck. Clematis (wei ling xian) dispels wind dampness, opens the channels, and alleviates pain. Spatholobus (ji xue teng) activates, and nourishes the blood. Licorice (gan cao) relieves spasms, particularly of the legs and abdomen, clears heat, and harmonizes the other ingredients. Magnesium is included as it calms spasms and muscles; calcium improves the uptake of magnesium and also has a calming effect.
Clinical NotesMay be taken several times a day as needed to alleviate spasms. Better results may be seen taking 5 tablets BID rather than 3 tablets TID
White Peony root (bai shao)
Pueraria root (ge gen)
Clematis root (wei ling xian)
Spatholobus stem (ji xue teng)
Licorice root (gan cao)
Calcium glycinate
Magnesium glycinate
Therapeutic Actions1.For muscle spasms, particularly due to injuries (such a...