Herniated lumbar disc is categorized as lumbago and paralysis in traditional Chinese medicine, and Hai Feng Teng and Elongation Herb can relieve the symptoms of this disease.
Hai Feng Teng has the effects of opening the meridians, dispelling wind-dampness and relieving paralyzing pain. It is used for wind-cold-dampness paralysis, contracture of tendons and veins (continuous tension and stiffness of muscles), pain in limbs and joints, and unfavorable flexion and extension. The contraindication of this product is not clear.
Elongation of tendons has the effect of relaxing tendons and activating collaterals, dispelling wind and removing dampness. It is used for joints with unfavorable flexion and extension, soreness and pain. Excessive bleeding and pregnant women should take this product with caution.
Therefore, both Hai Feng Teng and Shen Zi Cao can be used for lumbago or paralysis caused by rheumatism, which can alleviate the symptoms of the disease, but do not have the effect of curing the disease. The use of these two herbs in the treatment of the above diseases should be used by a doctor to identify the symptoms, and not blindly used on their own.