Interesting article about treating sports injuries with Chinese medicine techniques such as acupressure and acupuncture:

"...the Chinese developed ways to treat bruises, muscle strains, sprains, connective tissue damage, dislocations and broken bones. Although some of these techniques are not appropriate for use in Western societies in the modern day - because of the availability of X-ray, MRI, surgical correction of broken bones, etc. - there is still room for the utilization of these techniques in a complementary role.

The theory of Chinese medicine is based on the idea that the body is a unified whole; the organ systems interact with and support each other for the functioning of the entire organism. Each of the major organ systems is represented by an acupuncture meridian, or pathway. These pathways travel close to the surface of the person's skin and are accessible to treatment by acupuncture needles, massage and other techniques, as well as by topical application of herbal remedies. General organ function for a specific problem may be addressed by an herbal formula taken internally.

Chinese medicine is based on the idea of a 'wellness' model, as opposed to an 'illness' model. The practitioner and patient work together to maintain a state of optimal functioning, as opposed to treating a condition once it is in an acute condition. Other health practices such as tai chi, qi-gong (internal energy cultivation exercises) and taoist yoga exercises are also utilized to meet this goal."

The article mentions a number of herbal medications for injuries, many of which DAAN carries (Salon Pas, Tiger Balm, and Zheng Gui Shui). See all our products for relief of aches and pains.