Children growth-promoting acupoint application and preparation method thereof

By using acupoint patches composed of traditional Chinese medicines such as astragalus and cinnamon twigs to promote growth in children, combined with stimulation of specific acupoints, the problem of insufficient strength in existing product formulas has been solved, achieving the effects of increasing children's height and improving symptoms.

CN121129947APending Publication Date: 2025-12-16TAIYUAN ZISHANTANG TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE CLINIC CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202511336384.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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Filing Date
2025-09-18
Publication Date
2025-12-16

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Technical Problem

Existing children's growth-promoting patches have formulas that are not highly targeted and have poor effects, making them difficult to effectively treat idiopathic short stature in children.

Method used

Using a classic formula composed of Chinese herbs such as Astragalus membranaceus, Cinnamomum cassia, Achyranthes bidentata, Syzygium aromaticum, Cimicifuga foetida, and Bupleurum chinense, combined with acupoints such as Yongquan, Zusanli, Ganshu, Sanyinjiao, and Mingmen, this product is prepared as a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children. It uses the medicine to stimulate the meridians and regulate the functions of the internal organs.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves children's height growth, appetite and sleep quality, has good safety and no obvious adverse reactions.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicines, and discloses a children growth-promoting acupoint application, which is prepared from the following raw materials in parts by weight: 3 to 7 parts of radix astragali seu hedysari, 6 to 8 parts of cassia twig, 2 to 3 parts of radix cyathulae, 2 to 3 parts of flos caryophylli, 2 to 3 parts of rhizoma cimicifugae and 1 to 2 parts of bupleurum chinense. Acupuncture points applied by the application comprise the Yongquan acupoint, the Zusanli acupoint, the Ganshu acupoint, the Sanyinjiao acupoint, the Mingmen acupoint and the Taizhu acupoint, the Yongquan acupoint, the Zusanli acupoint, the Ganshu acupoint and the Sanyinjiao acupoint are two-side acupoints, and the Mingmen acupoint and the Taizhu acupoint are two-side acupoints respectively. A classic traditional Chinese medicine formula with the functions of soothing liver, supporting yang, invigorating spleen and replenishing qi is selected and combined with the special functions of meridians and collaterals and acupuncture points, and the growth-promoting effects of earthing up, strengthening vitality and strengthening tendons and bones are achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of traditional Chinese medicine technology, specifically to a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children and its preparation method. Background Technology

[0002] Childhood idiopathic short stature can be classified into three syndromes: spleen and kidney deficiency, spleen and lung qi deficiency, and liver stagnation and spleen deficiency. In recent years, school-aged children may experience liver qi stagnation and imbalance due to emotional distress, anger, or qi stagnation, leading to liver wood overacting on earth; or worry and anxiety damaging earth, which in turn damages liver wood. Deficiency affects height growth, resulting in the common clinical manifestation of liver stagnation and spleen deficiency syndrome. Clinically, this often presents with short stature, irritability, restlessness, anger, loss of appetite, and frequent belching.

[0003] Acupoint application therapy is an important component of external treatment methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Through the stimulation and penetration of medication on acupoints, it can invigorate the Qi of the meridians, regulate the functions of the internal organs, and achieve therapeutic goals. While some growth-promoting patch products for children exist, most suffer from problems such as insufficiently targeted formulations and unsatisfactory effects. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this invention is to overcome the above-mentioned technical defects and provide a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children and its preparation method.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the technical solution of the present invention is: a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children, comprising the following raw materials in parts by weight: Astragalus membranaceus 3-7 parts, Cinnamomum cassia 6-8 parts, Achyranthes bidentata 2-3 parts, Clove 2-3 parts, Cimicifuga foetida 2-3 parts, and Bupleurum chinense 1-2 parts.

[0006] Furthermore, the raw materials are in the following weight proportions: 5 parts Astragalus membranaceus, 7 parts Cinnamomum cassia, 2 parts Achyranthes bidentata, 2 parts Clove, 3 parts Cimicifuga foetida, and 2 parts Bupleurum chinense.

[0007] Furthermore, the acupoints to which the patch is applied include Yongquan (KI 1), Zusanli (ST 36), Ganshu (BL 18), Sanyinjiao (SP 6), Mingmen (GV 4), and Shenzhu (GV 12). Among these, Yongquan, Zusanli, Ganshu, and Sanyinjiao are bilateral acupoints, totaling eight patches, while Mingmen and Shenzhu each have one patch.

[0008] A method for preparing a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children includes the following steps:

[0009] S1. Raw material pretreatment: Wash the astragalus, cinnamon twig, achyranthes bidentata, clove, cimicifuga, and bupleurum separately, and dry them at low temperature until the moisture content is less than 8% for later use.

[0010] S2. Crushing and sieving: Crush the dried raw materials separately and pass them through a 100-200 mesh sieve to obtain fine powder;

[0011] S3. Mix evenly: Weigh out the fine powder of each raw material according to the weight ratio, place them in a mixer and mix for 30-60 minutes until evenly mixed;

[0012] S4. Ointment preparation: Take 2.5g of the well-mixed powder and place it in a container. Add 5ml of transdermal agent and stir thoroughly.

[0013] S5. Molding and preparation: Cut medical non-woven fabric or medical adhesive tape into patches of appropriate size, take 10 patches, and evenly apply the ointment to the center of the 10 patches to obtain the finished product of children's growth-promoting acupoint patch.

[0014] Furthermore, the transdermal agent is either menthol or eucalyptus oil.

[0015] Furthermore, the patch is a 30mm×30mm square or a circle with a diameter of 30mm.

[0016] The advantages of this invention compared with existing technologies are as follows: This growth-promoting patch uses a classic Chinese medicine formula with the functions of soothing the liver and invigorating yang, strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, combined with the special functions of meridians and acupoints, to promote growth by nourishing the earth and strengthening the body, and strengthening muscles and bones. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of the preparation process for acupoint patches to promote growth in children. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0019] Example 1

[0020] A growth-promoting acupoint patch for children includes the following ingredients in parts by weight: 5 parts Astragalus membranaceus, 7 parts Cinnamomum cassia, 2 parts Achyranthes bidentata, 2 parts Clove, 3 parts Cimicifuga foetida, and 2 parts Bupleurum chinense. The acupoints to be applied are: Yongquan (KI 1), Zusanli (ST 36), Ganshu (BL 18), and Sanyinjiao (SP 6) for bilateral acupoints, totaling eight patches; and Mingmen (GV 4) and Shenzhu (GV 12) for one patch each.

[0021] The growth-promoting patch formula consists of Astragalus membranaceus, Codonopsis pilosula, Cinnamomum cassia, Achyranthes bidentata, Cimicifuga foetida, and Bupleurum chinense. Astragalus membranaceus and Codonopsis pilosula enter the spleen and lung meridians, strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi; Cinnamomum cassia warms and unblocks the meridians, assisting yang and transforming qi; Achyranthes bidentata enters the liver and kidneys, strengthening tendons and bones; Cimicifuga foetida raises yang qi, guiding the clear qi of the Yangming meridian upwards; Bupleurum chinense soothes the liver and raises yang, raising the clear qi of the Shaoyang meridian. The two herbs work together to soothe the liver and promote upward movement. The main acupoints for application are bilateral Yongquan (KI1), Zusanli (ST36), Ganshu (BL18), Shenzhu (GV12), and Mingmen (GV4). Zusanli (ST36) is one of the main acupoints of the Yangming Stomach Meridian, a vital point for strengthening the body. It regulates the body's immunity, harmonizes the spleen and stomach, replenishes qi, unblocks meridians, and strengthens the body's resistance to pathogens. Yongquan (KI1) helps the heart and kidneys interact and promotes sleep. Ganshu (BL18) is one of the acupoints of the Foot Taiyang Bladder Meridian, the back-shu point of the liver. It soothes the liver and gallbladder, regulates qi, and improves eyesight. Shenzhu (GV12) is an acupoint of the Governing Vessel, which has the effect of replenishing qi and strengthening yang. Mingmen (GV4) belongs to the Governing Vessel. The yin fluid transported by Mingmen plays a role in maintaining the continuous flow of qi and blood in the Governing Vessel, which is the foundation of human life.

[0022] The pharmacological effects of each raw material are as follows:

[0023] Astragalus: It tonifies Qi and raises Yang, strengthens the body's defenses and consolidates the exterior. Modern pharmacological studies have shown that astragalus can enhance immune function, promote metabolism, and is rich in various amino acids and trace elements, providing the necessary material basis for growth and development.

[0024] Cinnamon twig: warms and unblocks the meridians, and helps yang to transform qi; the cinnamaldehyde contained in cinnamon twig can promote blood circulation, improve local microcirculation, and facilitate the absorption and utilization of drug components.

[0025] Achyranthes bidentata: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens tendons and bones; Achyranthes bidentata is rich in sterols, which can promote protein synthesis and bone growth.

[0026] Clove: warms the middle jiao and relieves nausea, tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang; eugenol has a transdermal absorption promoting effect, which can enhance the absorption of other drugs.

[0027] Cimicifuga: It raises Yang Qi, relieves exterior symptoms and promotes rash eruption; Cimicifuga saponins can enhance immune function and also guide the upward movement of medicinal effects.

[0028] Bupleurum chinense: Soothes the liver and relieves depression, promotes the rise of Yang energy; Bupleurum saponins have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, and can improve the body's stress state.

[0029] Example 2

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, a method for preparing a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children includes the following steps:

[0031] 1. Select high-quality Astragalus membranaceus, Cinnamomum cassia, Achyranthes bidentata, Syzygium aromaticum, Cimicifuga foetida, and Bupleurum chinense. Remove impurities and non-medicinal parts from each ingredient, rinse them quickly with drinking water, and drain them. Then place them in a vacuum low-temperature drying oven and dry them at 45-50℃ until the moisture content is less than 8%.

[0032] 2. Grind each ingredient separately using a grinder and pass them through a 150-mesh sieve to obtain uniform fine powder; seal each ingredient powder separately and store them in a cool, dry place for later use.

[0033] 3. According to the weight ratio of 5 parts Astragalus membranaceus, 7 parts Cinnamomum cassia, 2 parts Achyranthes bidentata, 2 parts Clove, 3 parts Cimicifuga foetida, and 2 parts Bupleurum chinense, accurately weigh the fine powder of each raw material and place it in a mixer. Mix at a speed of 25 r / min for 45 minutes until completely mixed and uniform.

[0034] 4. Place 2.5g of the well-mixed powder in a container, add 5ml of menthol, and stir thoroughly.

[0035] 5. Cut the medical tape into 30mm×30mm square patches, select 10 patches, and evenly apply the ointment to the center of the 10 patches to obtain the finished product of the children's growth-promoting acupoint patch.

[0036] Example 3

[0037] The method of using the growth-promoting acupoint patch for children of the present invention is as follows:

[0038] 1. Selection of acupoints for application: The acupoints to which the patch is applied include Yongquan (KI 1), Zusanli (ST 36), Ganshu (BL 18), Sanyinjiao (SP 6), Mingmen (GV 4), and Shenzhu (GV 12); among them, Yongquan, Zusanli, Ganshu, and Sanyinjiao are bilateral acupoints with a total of eight patches, while Mingmen and Shenzhu are each covered with one patch.

[0039] 2. Application method: Clean the local skin, take out the patch, align the medicine core with the selected acupoint and apply it, gently pressing to make it secure.

[0040] 3. Application time: Apply for 12 hours each time. You can apply it to your child before going to bed and remove it the next morning. Apply once a week for 8 consecutive weeks as one course of treatment. It is recommended to use it in spring for better results.

[0041] 4. Precautions: Mild redness and itching of the skin after application is a normal reaction, and the application time can be shortened; if obvious allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use; do not apply to broken skin.

[0042] Effect verification

[0043] To verify the efficacy of the acupoint patch for promoting growth in children according to this invention, a clinical observation was conducted:

[0044] One hundred children with idiopathic short stature (liver stagnation and spleen deficiency type) were selected and randomly divided into a treatment group and a control group, with 50 cases in each group;

[0045] The treatment group used the acupoint patch of the present invention, according to the method in Example 3;

[0046] The control group used commercially available growth-promoting patches, and the method of use was the same as that of the treatment group.

[0047] The observation period was 4 months, during which changes in height and weight were measured, and improvements in appetite, sleep, etc. were assessed.

[0048] The results showed that the average height increase in the treatment group was 2.8±0.6cm, while that in the control group was 1.4±0.5cm, and there was a significant difference between the two groups (P<0.05).

[0049] The treatment group also showed significantly better results than the control group in terms of improved appetite and sleep quality;

[0050] No significant adverse reactions were observed in any of the tested children, indicating that the invention is safe.

[0051] The parts not disclosed in this invention are all prior art, and their specific structures and working principles will not be described in detail.

[0052] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0053] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0054] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the spirit of the invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A growth-promoting acupoint patch for children, characterized in that, The ingredients include the following parts by weight: Astragalus membranaceus 3-7 parts, Cinnamomum cassia 6-8 parts, Achyranthes bidentata 2-3 parts, Clove 2-3 parts, Cimicifuga foetida 2-3 parts, and Bupleurum chinense 1-2 parts.

2. The acupoint patch for promoting growth in children according to claim 1, characterized in that: The raw materials are in the following weight proportions: Astragalus membranaceus 5 parts, Cinnamomum cassia 7 parts, Achyranthes bidentata 2 parts, Syzygium aromaticum 2 parts, Cimicifuga foetida 3 parts, and Bupleurum chinense 2 parts.

3. The acupoint patch for promoting growth in children according to claim 2, characterized in that: The acupoints to which the patch is applied include Yongquan (KI 1), Zusanli (ST 36), Ganshu (BL 18), Sanyinjiao (SP 6), Mingmen (GV 4), and Shenzhu (GV 12).

4. A method for preparing a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children according to any one of claims 1-2, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Raw material pretreatment: Wash the astragalus, cinnamon twig, achyranthes bidentata, clove, cimicifuga, and bupleurum separately, and dry them at low temperature until the moisture content is less than 8% for later use. S2. Crushing and sieving: Crush the dried raw materials separately and pass them through a 100-200 mesh sieve to obtain fine powder; S3. Mix evenly: Weigh out the fine powder of each raw material according to the weight ratio, place them in a mixer and mix for 30-60 minutes until evenly mixed; S4. Ointment preparation: Take 2.5g of the well-mixed powder and place it in a container. Add 5ml of transdermal agent and stir thoroughly. S5. Molding and preparation: Cut medical non-woven fabric or medical adhesive tape into patches of appropriate size, take 10 patches, and evenly apply the ointment to the center of the 10 patches to obtain the finished product of children's growth-promoting acupoint patch.

5. The preparation method of a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children according to claim 4, characterized in that: The transdermal agent is either menthol or eucalyptus oil.

6. The preparation method of a growth-promoting acupoint patch for children according to claim 4, characterized in that: The patch is a 30mm x 30mm square or a 30mm diameter circle.