Traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain and pain ointment acupoint patch

Abstract

The invention provides a traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain and a pain ointment acupoint patch, and belongs to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicine pain treatment, and the compound consists of scalded leech, raw semen brassicae, vinegar-processed curcuma zedoary, vinegar-processed corydalis tuber, asarum, safflower, rhizoma cyperi, radix curcumae, angelica sinensis, radix paeoniae alba, pseudo-ginseng and trogopterus dung. The traditional Chinese medicines in the traditional Chinese medicine compound are smashed into powder and mixed uniformly, and a proper amount of white vinegar is used for blending into paste to prepare the pain ointment acupoint patch. The pain is caused by traumatic injury, blood stasis retention in muscles and bones and qi stagnation. Or the pain is caused by deficiency of healthy qi, incapability of promoting blood circulation, blood stasis and obstruction of veins. Or wind-cold-dampness arthralgia invades muscles and bones and is not healed for a long time, blood circulation arthralgia is blocked into blood stasis, body fluid is coagulated into phlegm, phlegm and blood stasis are blocked, and meridians and collaterals are blocked, so that limb joints are numbness and painful, and movement is unfavorable. The medicine is mainly used for promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, activating meridians to stop pain, regulating qi-flowing for eliminating phlegm, nourishing blood and softening tendons. The traditional Chinese medicine composition has a good curative effect on acute attack or persistent pain symptoms of chronic arthritis and various soft tissue pains in cooperation with acupoint application.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicine pain treatment, and particularly relates to a traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain and a pain-relieving plaster acupoint patch. Background Art

[0002] Common types of pain include acute, chronic, neuropathic, nociceptive, and psychological pain. The characteristics, triggers, and coping strategies for different types of pain vary significantly, necessitating appropriate treatment approaches tailored to the specific manifestations. Currently, Chinese patent application CN 104689278A discloses a Chinese herbal composition for treating cervical pain and its preparation method. The composition includes frankincense, asarum, siler, white aconite root, raspberry, drynaria root, ligusticum chuanxiong, roasted ginger, coriander, and artemisia selengensis. It can alleviate cervical pain. Chinese patent application CN 103100017A provides a topical Chinese herbal health supplement for relieving muscle and joint pain. The supplement comprises star anise, ligusticum chuanxiong, salvia miltiorrhiza, angelica dahurica, safflower, millettia reticulata, schizonepeta tenuifolia, kaempferia galanga, knotweed, siler, asarum, drynaria root, geranium, bletilla striata, radix schoenopraecises, myrrh, frankincense, dipsaccharum officinale, notopterygium wilfordii, and ground beetle. Traditional Chinese medicine that nourishes the kidneys and strengthens bones, and promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis has a certain therapeutic effect on joints. It can improve local arterial blood supply dysfunction, enhance local blood flow, promote the regeneration of trabeculae, reduce cystic changes, absorb sclerotic bones, repair cartilage areas, promote blood circulation, and recover from muscle atrophy.

[0003] Chronic arthritis pain is usually manifested as persistent or intermittent discomfort in the joint area. The nature of the pain can range from dull pain, soreness to sharp pain. Morning stiffness, limited movement, and joint swelling are typical accompanying symptoms. Soft tissue pain is a common discomfort caused by injury or inflammation of non-bone tissues such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It is usually caused by strains, overuse, poor posture, or chronic inflammation. Currently, there are no traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions for chronic arthritis pain and soft tissue pain. Based on this, the present invention proposes a traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain and a pain-relieving plaster acupoint patch. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain and a pain-relieving plaster acupoint patch. The combination of the medicines can promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, dredge meridians and relieve pain, regulate qi and resolve phlegm, nourish blood and soften tendons. Combined with acupoint application, it can have a good therapeutic effect on acute attacks or persistent pain symptoms of chronic arthritis and various soft tissue pains.

[0005] In order to achieve the above object, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0006] A traditional Chinese medicine compound for relieving pain, comprising the following traditional Chinese medicine raw materials by weight:

[0007] Scalded leech 1-5g, raw white mustard seeds 15-25g, vinegared Curcuma 18-25g, vinegared Corydalis 10-30g, Asarum 5-10g, safflower 15-25g, Cyperus rotundus 15-30g, Curcuma 10-25g, Angelica 15-25g, White Peony 15-25g, Panax notoginseng 10-20g, and Aconiti Lateralis Preparata 5-15g.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the pain-relieving Chinese medicine compound is composed of the following Chinese medicine raw materials by weight:

[0009] Scalded leeches 3g, raw white mustard seeds 20g, vinegared Curcuma 20g, vinegared Corydalis 20g, Asarum 6g, safflower 20g, Cyperus rotundus 20g, Curcuma 20g, Angelica 20g, White Peony 20g, Panax notoginseng 15g, and Ophiopogon japonicus 10g.

[0010] This prescription is indicated for pain caused by injuries resulting from falls, blood stasis in the muscles and bones, and Qi blockage. Alternatively, deficiency of vital energy prevents blood circulation, leading to blood stasis in the meridians and pain. Alternatively, wind-cold-dampness can invade the muscles and bones, causing persistent blood stasis, which in turn causes fluids to condense into phlegm. This phlegm-stasis interaction blocks the meridians, leading to numbness and pain in the joints and limbs, and hinders mobility. Treatment should prioritize promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, and dredge meridians to relieve pain, while also focusing on regulating Qi, resolving phlegm, and nourishing blood and softening tendons.

[0011] The raw white mustard seeds in this formula are pungent and warm, dispersing phlegm and dissolving stagnation, unblocking the meridians and relieving pain, and are particularly effective in dispelling phlegm and dampness from the joints. External application can stimulate the skin and promote transdermal absorption of drugs, making it a key external treatment for arthritis. Scalded leeches are powerful in dispersing blood and removing stasis. Although light in dosage, they target stubborn stasis. Together with the white mustard seeds, they serve as the main ingredient, dispelling deep-seated blood and phlegm stasis. Curcuma zedoaria dispersing blood and promoting qi circulation, while Corydalis yanhusuo activates blood circulation and relieves pain, while Carthamus tinctorius promotes menstruation and dissipates blood stasis, while Panax notoginseng dissolves blood stasis and relieves pain, and Ophiopogon japonicus dispersing blood stasis and unblocking the meridians serve as the auxiliary ingredients. Curcuma zedoaria and Corydalis yanhusuo, when prepared in vinegar, enter the liver meridian and blood circulation, enhancing their blood circulation and analgesic effects. Asarum is also added to the formula, pungent and warm, penetrating, dispelling cold and opening the orifices, helping the drug penetrate the skin and dispelling wind, cold, and dampness. Cyperus rotundus soothes the liver and regulates qi, while Curcuma zedoaria promotes qi and relieves depression. Flowing qi promotes blood circulation, dispelling qi stagnation and blood stasis. Angelica nourishes and invigorates blood circulation, while white peony root softens the liver and relieves urgency, preventing pungent and dry effects that deplete blood. It harmonizes qi and blood to relieve tendon and vein tension. These are all adjuvants. Asarum, with its pungent and aromatic properties, guides other herbs directly to the affected area, enhancing transdermal absorption and serving as a supporting agent.

[0012] The formula's compatibility features three key characteristics: First, it combines attack and supplementation, focusing on breaking up blood stasis, resolving phlegm, and unblocking the meridians. It is supplemented by angelica and white peony root to nourish the blood and moisten dryness, preventing damage to the vital energy. Second, it harmonizes qi and blood. Qi-moving herbs like Curcuma zedoaria and Cyperus rotundus are combined with blood-activating herbs like safflower and Panax notoginseng. When qi circulates, blood circulates, and when stasis is removed, pain subsides. Third, it treats both internal and external ailments. White mustard seeds and asarum are applied externally through the skin, combined with blood-activating and blood-stasis-removing herbs, they synergistically dissipate phlegm and blood stasis in the joints.

[0013] The present invention also proposes a pain-injury plaster acupoint patch, which is prepared based on the traditional Chinese medicine compound. The various traditional Chinese medicines in the traditional Chinese medicine compound are crushed into powder and mixed evenly; before application, an appropriate amount of white vinegar is used to prepare a paste, which is applied on a cut non-woven fabric or a commercially available plaster base cloth to prepare the pain-injury plaster acupoint patch.

[0014] In addition, a heating module can be designed on the back of the pain-inflicted acupuncture patch. The heating module can be a hot pack or a self-heating patch, etc., which can enhance the absorption of the drug through heating.

[0015] The pain-relieving plaster acupoint patch prepared by the present invention can relieve the acute attack or persistent joint swelling and pain symptoms of various chronic arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, spondyloarthritis, rheumatic arthritis, etc.; as well as various soft tissue rheumatic pains, such as shoulder pain, tenosynovitis, bursitis, myalgia and pain after sports injury.

[0016] When using this product topically, be mindful of skin sensitivity. White mustard seeds and asarum may cause irritation, so adjust the application time or use an emollient. Furthermore, it contains a number of blood-activating and blood-stasis-removing drugs, so pregnant women should avoid using it. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] Example 1

[0018] The pain-inflicted acupuncture plaster is composed of the following Chinese medicinal materials by weight:

[0019] Scalded leeches 3g, raw white mustard seeds 20g, vinegared Curcuma 20g, vinegared Corydalis 20g, Asarum 6g, safflower 20g, Cyperus rotundus 20g, Curcuma 20g, Angelica 20g, White Peony 20g, Panax notoginseng 15g, and Ophiopogon japonicus 10g.

[0020] The various Chinese medicinal herbs in the Chinese medicinal compound are crushed into powder and mixed evenly; before application, an appropriate amount of white vinegar is used to prepare a paste, which is applied on a commercially available plaster base cloth to prepare a pain-injury plaster acupoint patch.

[0021] Example 2

[0022] Typical Cases

[0023] Case 1

[0024] Zhou, female, 54 years old, was treated on January 7, 2025. The patient was admitted to the hospital for acute cerebral infarction 4 months ago and given symptomatic treatment such as antiplatelet aggregation, anticoagulation, and blood sugar control. The condition improved, but the left limb activity was left unfavorable. After discharge, he received home rehabilitation treatment. Left shoulder joint pain occurred 1 month ago, affecting sleep, and he was treated again. Physical examination showed that the left upper limb muscle strength was level 4, muscle tension was normal, left shoulder joint activity was limited, local tenderness (+), tongue was pale, tongue coating was white, and pulse was stringy and astringent. The treatment should be to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, dredge meridians and relieve pain. Acupoint patch of pain relief ointment (prepared with reference to the method of Example 1, the same below) was applied to the affected area, once a day, 6 times a week. After 2 weeks of treatment, the patient's left shoulder pain was significantly improved, he could fall asleep at night, and his shoulder joint activity was 130 degrees of flexion, 50 degrees of extension, and 90 degrees of abduction. Follow-up after discharge.

[0025] Case 2

[0026] Tang, a 66-year-old female, presented on January 9, 2025. She worked hard at home, carrying heavy loads, and suffered from persistent, persistent lower back pain. One week prior, the pain worsened after exertion and radiated to the left buttock. Physical examination revealed tenderness (positive) above and between the spinous processes of L3-L5, a positive left straight leg raise test, and auxiliary examinations revealed a herniated L3-L5 intervertebral disc. Treatment was to promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, and relieve pain. Pain relief ointment was applied to the affected area once daily, six times a week. After two weeks of treatment, the patient's lower back pain was significantly relieved, and the radiating pain in the buttocks disappeared.

[0027] Case 3

[0028] Wang, a 71-year-old male, presented on December 16, 2024. He suffered a sudden cerebral hemorrhage 11 years prior. After multiple acupuncture and other comprehensive rehabilitation treatments, his limb and speech functions had improved. However, two weeks prior, he fell while walking. A complete CT scan revealed lacunar infarctions and softening foci in the bilateral paraventricular bodies and right basal ganglia. He currently experienced left-sided limb weakness, left shoulder pain, and limited mobility. The pain was treated with blood circulation-activating, blood stasis-removing, and pain-relieving medication. Pain-inducing ointment was applied to the affected area daily. After two weeks of treatment, his shoulder pain improved, and his range of motion increased.

[0029] Case 4

[0030] Mr. Fang, male, 77 years old, was admitted to the hospital on December 31, 2024. Ten years ago, he suddenly developed slurred speech and was admitted to the hospital for suspected cerebral infarction. After treatment, he was left with difficulty moving his right limbs. One week ago, he developed lower back pain after exercise and had difficulty turning over. Physical examination revealed tenderness (+) between the L3-S1 interspinous and paraspinal regions, and right upper and lower limb muscle strength was grade 4. Pain relief ointment was applied to the affected area once a night for the lower back pain. After four weeks of treatment, the patient's lower back pain was relieved, and he was able to turn over on his own, with satisfactory results.

[0031] Case 5

[0032] Ms. Fang, 52 years old, visited the hospital on January 2, 2025. One year ago, the patient suddenly developed numbness and weakness in the right lower limbs. MRI showed L4-5 intervertebral disc herniation. Symptoms were relieved after decompression and analgesia. One week ago, she developed lower back pain after exertion, accompanied by numbness and weakness in the right lower limbs and difficulty walking. Physical examination showed poor physiological curvature of the lumbar spine, tenderness (+) between the T11-L3 spine and paravertebral areas on both sides, bilateral straight leg raising test (+), weakened bilateral dorsiflexor muscles, pale tongue, thin yellow fur, and slippery pulse. Diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation. Pain-relieving ointment was applied to the affected area for the symptoms of the waist, once a night. After 3 weeks of treatment, the patient's lower back pain was relieved, the numbness in the right lower limb disappeared, and she was able to walk independently.

[0033] Case 6

[0034] Yang, a 56-year-old male, was admitted to a local hospital six months prior for a "left basal ganglia cerebral infarction." His condition stabilized after treatment, but he still experienced right-sided limb weakness and slurred speech. He visited our department one week ago for further rehabilitation, complaining of pain and discomfort in his right upper limb. A plain MRI scan of the right humerus revealed: 1. Degeneration of the right supraspinatus tendon; 2. Adhesive capsulitis; 3. Right shoulder degeneration and cystic changes in the humeral head; 4. Effusion in the joint cavity and surrounding bursa, with partial bursitis; and effusion in the long head of the biceps brachii tendon sheath. Pain-relieving ointment was applied to the affected area once daily. After two weeks of treatment, the patient's right shoulder pain was significantly relieved, and his range of motion increased, reaching 140 degrees of flexion, 60 degrees of flexion, and 100 degrees of abduction.

[0035] Case 7

[0036] Zheng Moumou, female, 69 years old, was admitted to the hospital for treatment on December 3, 2024. The patient was admitted to the hospital for treatment with "recurrent dizziness for several years, aggravated by lower back pain and radiating pain in the right lower limb for 1 week". The patient developed radiating pain in the lower back and right lower limb after fatigue 1 week ago, and felt swelling and pain in the right ankle joint after standing for a long time. Physical examination showed tenderness (+) between the L3-L5 spinous processes and on the right side, and local tenderness (+) in the right ankle. In response to the above pain, pain ointment was applied to the painful points of the waist and right ankle joint once a night. After 3 weeks of treatment, the patient's lower back pain improved and the swelling and pain in the right ankle joint disappeared.

[0037] The above content is merely an example and explanation of the concept of the present invention. Those skilled in the art may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or replace them in a similar manner. As long as they do not deviate from the concept of the invention or exceed the scope defined by the claims, they should all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A Chinese medicinal compound for relieving pain, characterized in that It is composed of the following Chinese medicinal raw materials by weight: Scalded leech 1-5g, raw white mustard seeds 15-25g, vinegared Curcuma 18-25g, vinegared Corydalis 10-30g, Asarum 5-10g, safflower 15-25g, Cyperus rotundus 15-30g, Curcuma 10-25g, Angelica 15-25g, White Peony 15-25g, Panax notoginseng 10-20g, and Notopterygium wilfordii 5-15g.

2. The Chinese medicinal composition for alleviating pain according to claim 1, wherein It is composed of the following Chinese medicinal raw materials by weight: Scalded leeches 3g, raw white mustard seeds 20g, vinegared Curcuma 20g, vinegared Corydalis 20g, Asarum 6g, safflower 20g, Cyperus rotundus 20g, Curcuma 20g, Angelica 20g, White Peony 20g, Panax notoginseng 15g, and Ophiopogon japonicus 10g.

3. A pain-relieving acupuncture patch, prepared based on the Chinese medicine compound according to claim 1 or 2.

4. The pain-relieving acupuncture point patch according to claim 3, characterized in that: The various Chinese medicinal herbs in the Chinese medicinal compound are crushed into powder and mixed evenly; before application, an appropriate amount of white vinegar is used to prepare a paste, which is applied on a cut non-woven fabric or a commercially available plaster base cloth to prepare a pain-injury plaster acupoint patch.

5. The pain-relieving acupuncture point patch according to claim 4, characterized in that: The back of the pain-relief acupuncture patch is designed with a heating module, which enhances the absorption of the medicine through heating.

6. The pain-relieving acupuncture point patch according to claim 5, characterized in that: The heating module is a heat pad or a self-heating patch.