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Vaccinii Fragilis Radix

土千年健 〔土千年健〕 tǔ qiān nián jiàn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Vaccinium fragile Franch.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sour*; warm*.

Actions and indications: Soothes the sinews and frees the network vessels; quickens the blood; relieves pain; and reduces inflammation. Treats wind-damp impediment (fēng shī bì); hypertonicity and pain of sinews and bones; numbness and tingling of the extremities; hemiplegia.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–15g), grind to a powder, or steep in wine.

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