A phased progression type external treatment method for meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of external treatment methods of constitution conditioning of meridian and bone joint in phased progression, it is related to conditioning method field;By constructing tendon knot relaxation-bone position adjustment-meridian dredging-external treatment solid foundation-constitution conditioning five stages in turn progressive external regulation technical system, between each stage through ≤5 minutes time sequence link window and quantifiable stage standard determination, ensure that five external regulation means from local to whole, from treating the symptom to solid foundation Logic progression and curative effect superposition, overcome the defects that each method is combined randomly in prior art, lack of synergy;The application will constitution determination as the precondition of technical implementation, differentially select external treatment plaster and oral preparation according to different constitution types such as qi deficiency constitution, damp-heat constitution, blood stasis constitution, not only avoid the risk caused by constitution intolerance, but also realize individualized conditioning according to individual conditions;Not only can effectively relieve muscle and bone pain, improve joint range of motion, but also can reduce recurrence tendency through constitution conditioning stage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to conditioning methods and techniques, specifically to a phased, progressive external treatment method for conditioning the constitution of the meridians, bones, and joints. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, there are various techniques available in the field of external treatment in traditional Chinese medicine to address symptoms such as muscle and bone discomfort and limited joint mobility caused by blocked meridians, bone and joint dysfunction, and imbalances in constitution. In existing technologies, common external conditioning methods include individual herbal poultices, acupuncture, massage and bone setting, cupping, and scraping. While each method has its own emphasis, they generally suffer from the following shortcomings: First, most methods are single-technique applications, lacking systematic synergy between multiple external conditioning methods, making it difficult to simultaneously achieve the multi-level conditioning goals of "relaxing muscles—setting bones—unblocking meridians—strengthening the foundation." Second, although some existing technologies combine massage with herbal poultices or acupuncture with fumigation, there is a lack of clear temporal connections and progressive logic between these techniques, resulting in arbitrary operation sequences and difficulty in ensuring a cumulative effect. Third, existing external conditioning methods generally ignore the impact of individual constitution differences on the results, failing to consider constitution assessment as a prerequisite for implementation, leading to poor results or adverse reactions in some individuals due to intolerance. Fourth, existing technologies lack a systematic approach to phased, progressive conditioning across the entire chain of "muscles—bones—meridians—constitution," lacking quantifiable transition standards and effect assessment indicators between each conditioning stage.

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technologies, it is necessary to develop an external conditioning method that can organically integrate muscle relaxation, bone setting, meridian dredging and body conditioning, and implement it in stages according to a scientific time sequence, so as to achieve progressive conditioning from local muscle and bone conditioning to overall body conditioning, thereby overcoming the defects of existing technologies such as single means, lack of coordination and neglect of body conditioning. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a phased and progressive external treatment method for conditioning the constitution of meridians, bones and joints, in order to solve the problems of existing constitution conditioning techniques being limited in scope, lacking coordination, and neglecting the constitution itself.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a phased, progressive external treatment method for regulating the constitution of the meridians and joints, comprising the following steps:

[0006] Muscle knot loosening stage: The physical condition of the subject is assessed, and the location of the muscle knots in the target treatment area is located by palpation. The kneading, plucking, pressing and pushing methods are used in sequence. The standard for judging the success of the muscle knot loosening stage is that the local skin of the target treatment area is slightly red and the muscle knots are softened.

[0007] Bone positioning adjustment stage: After the muscle and tendon loosening stage is completed, the bone positioning adjustment stage is entered; the direction of bone and joint displacement is confirmed by imaging examination, and bone setting techniques are used for adjustment; the standard for judging whether the bone positioning adjustment stage is completed is an improvement rate of ≥30% in joint mobility.

[0008] Meridian unblocking stage: After the bone position adjustment stage is completed, the meridian unblocking stage is entered; the meridian acupoints of the target treatment area are disinfected, acupuncture needles are selected for acupuncture, the needles are retained after obtaining the Qi, and the needles are manipulated during the retention period.

[0009] External treatment to strengthen the body: After the meridian unblocking stage is completed, the external treatment to strengthen the body stage begins; according to the subject's constitution type and conditioning needs, the appropriate type of external plaster is selected and applied to the target area;

[0010] Body constitution adjustment stage: After the external treatment to strengthen the body is completed, the corresponding oral preparation is given according to the subject's body constitution type.

[0011] Preferably, in the tendon loosening stage, the kneading method applies 1-2 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 60-80 times / minute, and lasts for 3 minutes; the plucking method applies 2-3 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 30-40 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes; the pressing method applies 3-5 kg ​​of force, with continuous pressing for 10-15 seconds per point; and the pushing method applies 2-4 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 40-50 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes.

[0012] Preferably, in the tendon knot loosening stage, if the tendon knot softening rate is <70%, the kneading operation time is extended by 5 minutes until the standard is met before proceeding to the bone position adjustment stage.

[0013] Preferably, in the bone position adjustment stage, the cervical spine adjustment adopts the seated rotational reduction method with a rotation angle ≤15°; the lumbar spine adjustment adopts the lateral decubitus oblique manipulation method with a manipulation range ≤20°; and the limb joint adjustment adopts the push-press reduction method with a force of 5-8 kg for 3-5 seconds.

[0014] Preferably, during the bone alignment stage, individuals with osteoporosis (i.e., bone mineral density T-value < -2.5) and severe hypertension (i.e., systolic blood pressure ≥ 160 mmHg) must be excluded before the bone setting procedure.

[0015] Preferably, during the meridian unblocking stage, the needle depth is 1.0-1.5 inches, and the needle is retained for 20-30 minutes after obtaining the Qi. During the retention period, the needle is manipulated once every 5 minutes, using the lifting, thrusting and rotating technique, with the lifting and thrusting amplitude ≤0.5 inches and the rotation angle ≤90°. After the needle is removed, the needle hole is pressed with a dry cotton ball for ≥30 seconds.

[0016] Preferably, in the external treatment stage, the external plaster is one of the following types: warming the meridians and dispelling cold, dispelling wind and dampness, or promoting blood circulation and relieving pain. The warming the meridians and dispelling cold type is prepared by mixing aconite, cinnamon, dried ginger with sesame oil and litharge in a ratio of 10:3. The dispelling wind and dampness type is prepared by mixing notopterygium root, angelica root, saposhnikovia root with sesame oil and beeswax in a ratio of 8:2. The promoting blood circulation and relieving pain type is prepared by mixing frankincense, myrrh, safflower with sesame oil and rosin in a ratio of 9:1.

[0017] Preferably, in the external treatment and consolidation stage, before applying the plaster, a decoction of cinnamon twigs and mugwort leaves is applied to the target area for 5 minutes, and the application time is 8-12 hours.

[0018] Preferably, during the body constitution adjustment phase, the dosage of the oral preparation is 60%-80% of the conventional dosage; subjects with Qi deficiency are given a Qi-tonifying and Qi-boosting preparation, and subjects with damp-heat constitution are given a Simiao preparation.

[0019] Preferably, the interval between adjacent dimensions of operation between each stage is ≤5 minutes; a complete conditioning cycle is 7 days, with the muscle knot loosening stage to the body balance stage performed once a day, and after 7 consecutive days, there is a 3-day interval before entering the next cycle.

[0020] Compared with existing technologies, the present invention provides a phased and progressive external treatment method for regulating the constitution of meridians and bones and joints. By constructing a five-stage progressive external treatment system—muscle knot loosening, bone position adjustment, meridian dredging, external treatment to strengthen the body's foundation, and constitution balancing—the following synergistic and beneficial effects are achieved:

[0021] First, the five external intervention methods are logically progressive and have superimposed effects from local to overall and from treating symptoms to consolidating the root cause, through a time window of ≤5 minutes between each stage and quantifiable stage achievement judgment criteria. This overcomes the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as arbitrary combination of methods and lack of synergy.

[0022] Secondly, this invention takes constitution determination as a prerequisite for technology implementation. It selects external plasters and oral preparations according to different constitution types such as Qi deficiency, damp-heat, and blood stasis, which not only avoids the risk caused by constitution intolerance, but also realizes individualized conditioning according to individual conditions.

[0023] Third, this invention, through its comprehensive design that prioritizes muscle relaxation, bone setting, meridian clearing, external treatment, and constitution adjustment, can not only effectively relieve muscle and bone pain and improve joint mobility, but also reduce the tendency to relapse through the constitution adjustment stage. It achieves a progressive intervention from local muscle and bone conditioning to overall constitution improvement, and has good application prospects and promotion value. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0025] Figure 1 The flowchart of the phased and progressive external treatment method for conditioning the constitution of meridians and bones provided in the embodiments of the present invention is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] As attached Figure 1 As shown:

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[0029] This invention provides a phased, progressive external treatment method for regulating the constitution of the meridians, bones, and joints, comprising the following steps:

[0030] Muscle knot loosening stage: The physical condition of the subject is assessed, and the location of the muscle knots in the target treatment area is located by palpation. The kneading, plucking, pressing and pushing methods are used in sequence. The standard for judging the success of the muscle knot loosening stage is that the local skin of the target treatment area is slightly red and the muscle knots are softened.

[0031] Bone positioning adjustment stage: After the muscle and tendon loosening stage is completed, the bone positioning adjustment stage is entered; the direction of bone and joint displacement is confirmed by imaging examination, and bone setting techniques are used for adjustment; the standard for judging whether the bone positioning adjustment stage is completed is an improvement rate of ≥30% in joint mobility.

[0032] Meridian unblocking stage: After the bone position adjustment stage is completed, the meridian unblocking stage is entered; the meridian acupoints of the target treatment area are disinfected, acupuncture needles are selected for acupuncture, the needles are retained after obtaining the Qi, and the needles are manipulated during the retention period.

[0033] External treatment to strengthen the body: After the meridian unblocking stage is completed, the external treatment to strengthen the body stage begins; according to the subject's constitution type and conditioning needs, the appropriate type of external plaster is selected and applied to the target area;

[0034] Body constitution adjustment stage: After the external treatment to strengthen the body is completed, the corresponding oral preparation is given according to the subject's body constitution type.

[0035] The constitution assessment was conducted in accordance with the "Classification and Determination of Traditional Chinese Medicine Constitution" standard (ZYYXH / T157-2009). The specific procedure was as follows: During the diagnostic assessment phase, the constitution type of the subject was comprehensively determined through the four diagnostic methods (inspection, auscultation and olfaction, inquiry, and palpation) and scale scoring. The document also specifically points out that pulse diagnosis is an important means of differentiating between deficiency and excess (a strong pulse indicates excess, while a weak pulse indicates deficiency).

[0036] The subjects' physical types and conditioning needs include:

[0037] Qi deficiency constitution: The treatment requirement is to replenish qi, and corresponding qi-tonifying and qi-boosting preparations are given.

[0038] For those with damp-heat constitution, the treatment requirement is to clear heat and promote diuresis, and the corresponding prescription is Simiao Pill;

[0039] For those with Yang deficiency and blood stasis: the treatment needs to be warming Yang and dispelling cold, and promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Correspondingly, a plaster that warms the meridians and dispels cold should be selected.

[0040] During the muscle loosening stage, the kneading method applies 1-2 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 60-80 times / minute, and lasts for 3 minutes; the plucking method applies 2-3 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 30-40 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes; the pressing method applies 3-5 kg ​​of force, with continuous pressing for 10-15 seconds per point; and the pushing method applies 2-4 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 40-50 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes.

[0041] During the muscle knot loosening stage, if the muscle knot softening rate is <70%, the kneading operation time is extended by 5 minutes until the target is met before proceeding to the bone position adjustment stage. The muscle knot softening rate is assessed by palpation. After completing the muscle loosening operation, the operator judges the degree of softening of the muscle knots by palpation. If the muscle knot softening rate is ≥70%, it is considered to have met the target, and the next bone setting operation can be carried out.

[0042] During the bone position adjustment phase, cervical spine adjustment uses a seated rotational reduction method with a rotation angle ≤15°; lumbar spine adjustment uses a lateral decubitus oblique manipulation method with a manipulation range ≤20°; and limb joint adjustment uses a push-press reduction method with a force of 5-8 kg for 3-5 seconds.

[0043] During the bone alignment phase, osteoporosis (i.e., bone mineral density T-value < -2.5) and severe hypertension (i.e., systolic blood pressure ≥ 160 mmHg) must be ruled out before the bone setting procedure.

[0044] During the meridian unblocking stage, the needle depth is 1.0-1.5 inches, and the needle is retained for 20-30 minutes after obtaining the Qi. During the retention period, the needle is manipulated once every 5 minutes, using the lifting, thrusting and rotating techniques, with the lifting and thrusting amplitude ≤0.5 inches and the rotation angle ≤90°. After the needle is removed, press the needle hole with a dry cotton ball for ≥30 seconds.

[0045] In the external treatment stage of consolidating the foundation, the external plaster is one of the following types: warming the meridians and dispelling cold, dispelling wind and dampness, or promoting blood circulation and relieving pain. The warming the meridians and dispelling cold type is prepared by aconite, cinnamon, dried ginger, sesame oil, and litharge in a ratio of 10:3. The dispelling wind and dampness type is prepared by notopterygium, angelica pubescens, saposhnikovia divaricata, sesame oil, and beeswax in a ratio of 8:2. The promoting blood circulation and relieving pain type is prepared by frankincense, myrrh, safflower, sesame oil, and rosin in a ratio of 9:1.

[0046] During the external treatment and consolidation phase, before applying the plaster, apply a warm compress of cinnamon twig and mugwort decoction to the target area for 5 minutes, and apply the plaster for 8-12 hours.

[0047] During the constitution adjustment phase, the dosage of the oral preparation is 60%-80% of the conventional dosage; subjects with Qi deficiency are given a Qi-tonifying and Qi-boosting preparation, and subjects with damp-heat constitution are given a Simiao preparation.

[0048] The interval between adjacent dimensions of operation between each stage is ≤5 minutes; a complete conditioning cycle is 7 days, and the muscle knot loosening stage to the body balance stage is performed once a day. After 7 consecutive days, there is a 3-day interval before entering the next cycle.

[0049] As can be seen from the above, by constructing a progressively advancing external conditioning technique system consisting of five stages—muscle knot loosening, bone alignment adjustment, meridian unblocking, external treatment to strengthen the body's foundation, and constitution balancing—the following synergistic and beneficial effects have been achieved:

[0050] First, the five external intervention methods are logically progressive and have superimposed effects from local to overall and from treating symptoms to consolidating the root cause, through a time window of ≤5 minutes between each stage and quantifiable stage achievement judgment criteria. This overcomes the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as arbitrary combination of methods and lack of synergy.

[0051] Secondly, this invention takes constitution determination as a prerequisite for technology implementation. It selects external plasters and oral preparations according to different constitution types such as Qi deficiency, damp-heat, and blood stasis, which not only avoids the risk caused by constitution intolerance, but also realizes individualized conditioning according to individual conditions.

[0052] Third, this invention, through its comprehensive design that prioritizes muscle relaxation, bone setting, meridian clearing, external treatment, and constitution adjustment, can not only effectively relieve muscle and bone pain and improve joint mobility, but also reduce the tendency to relapse through the constitution adjustment stage. It achieves a progressive intervention from local muscle and bone conditioning to overall constitution improvement, and has good application prospects and promotion value.

[0053] For example, consider the actual experience of a specific subject, Ms. Zhang, 56 years old, who complained of bilateral knee pain and limited range of motion for more than six months, which worsened on rainy days, with significant stiffness upon waking, and slight relief after activity. Her VAS pain score was 6. Her constitution was determined to be Yang deficiency with blood stasis. Imaging examinations showed degenerative changes in both knee joints, mild narrowing of the joint space, and no fractures or significant displacement.

[0054] Conditioning using the method of this invention:

[0055] Phase 1 (Muscle Knot Release Phase): Palpate and locate the muscle knots around both knee joints (patellar tendon attachments and quadriceps tendon attachments). Use the following techniques sequentially: kneading (1.5kg force, 70 times / minute, 3 minutes), plucking (2.5kg force, 35 times / minute, 2 minutes), pressing (4kg force, continuous pressing for 12 seconds per point), and pushing (3kg force, 45 times / minute, 2 minutes). After the procedure, the local skin will be slightly red, and the muscle knots will be noticeably softened, with a softening rate of approximately 75%. Once this is achieved, proceed to Phase 2, with a 3-minute interval between each phase.

[0056] The second stage (bone alignment stage): The bilateral knee joints are adjusted using the push-press reduction method, with a force of 6 kg applied for 4 seconds. The range of motion of the joints is assessed immediately after the operation. The knee flexion angle improved from 105° to 140°, with an improvement rate of approximately 33%. After achieving the target, the third stage is initiated, with an interval of 2 minutes between each stage.

[0057] Phase Three (Meridian Unblocking Phase): Select bilateral knee eyes, Yanglingquan (GB34), and Zusanli (ST36) as the main acupoints, supplemented by Xuehai (SP10) and Liangqiu (ST34). Use 0.30×40mm sterile acupuncture needles, inserting them quickly to 1.2 cun after disinfection. Retain the needles for 25 minutes after obtaining the Qi sensation, manipulating them every 5 minutes (lifting and thrusting 0.3 cun, rotating 60°). Press the needle hole for 30 seconds after needle removal.

[0058] The fourth stage (external treatment to strengthen the body): Within 1 minute after needle removal, based on the characteristics of the body with Yang deficiency and blood stasis, a warming and dispersing plaster (prepared with aconite, cinnamon, dried ginger, sesame oil, and litharge in a 10:3 ratio) is applied to both knee joints. Before applying the plaster, apply a warm compress of cinnamon twig and mugwort decoction for 5 minutes. Remove the plaster after 10 hours.

[0059] Fifth stage (body constitution adjustment stage): 30 minutes after application, administer a Qi-tonifying and spleen-boosting preparation (20% reduction of the usual dosage, i.e., 80% of the usual dosage), 30 minutes after meals.

[0060] The above five-stage treatment was performed continuously for 7 days as one cycle, with a 3-day interval before starting the next cycle. After 2 cycles of treatment, the subject's VAS pain score in both knees decreased from 6 to 1, joint flexion range of motion returned to the normal range (0-150°), morning stiffness disappeared, and there was no significant discomfort on rainy days. During the 3-month follow-up, the pain did not recur, and daily life was completely unrestricted.

[0061] The foregoing has only described certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention by way of illustration. Undoubtedly, those skilled in the art can modify the described embodiments in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the foregoing drawings and descriptions are illustrative in nature and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A phased, progressive external treatment method for regulating the constitution of the meridians, bones, and joints, characterized by the following steps: include: Muscle knot loosening stage: The physical condition of the subject is assessed, and the location of the muscle knots in the target treatment area is located by palpation. The kneading, plucking, pressing and pushing methods are used in sequence. The standard for judging the success of the muscle knot loosening stage is that the local skin of the target treatment area is slightly red and the muscle knots are softened. Bone positioning adjustment stage: After the muscle and tendon loosening stage is completed, the bone positioning adjustment stage is entered; the direction of bone and joint displacement is confirmed by imaging examination, and bone setting techniques are used for adjustment; the standard for judging whether the bone positioning adjustment stage is completed is an improvement rate of ≥30% in joint mobility. Meridian unblocking stage: After the bone position adjustment stage is completed, the meridian unblocking stage is entered; the meridian acupoints of the target treatment area are disinfected, acupuncture needles are selected for acupuncture, the needles are retained after obtaining the Qi, and the needles are manipulated during the retention period. External treatment to strengthen the body: After the meridian unblocking stage is completed, the external treatment to strengthen the body stage begins; according to the subject's constitution type and conditioning needs, the appropriate type of external plaster is selected and applied to the target area; Body constitution adjustment stage: After the external treatment to strengthen the body is completed, the corresponding oral preparation is given according to the subject's body constitution type.

2. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the muscle loosening stage, the kneading method applies 1-2 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 60-80 times / minute, and lasts for 3 minutes; the plucking method applies 2-3 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 30-40 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes; the pressing method applies 3-5 kg ​​of force, with continuous pressing for 10-15 seconds per point; and the pushing method applies 2-4 kg of force, operates at a frequency of 40-50 times / minute, and lasts for 2 minutes.

3. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, If the rate of softening of the tendons and knots is less than 70% during the tendon and knot loosening stage, the kneading operation time should be extended by 5 minutes until the target is met before proceeding to the bone position adjustment stage.

4. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the bone position adjustment phase, cervical spine adjustment uses a seated rotational reduction method with a rotation angle ≤15°; lumbar spine adjustment uses a lateral decubitus oblique manipulation method with a manipulation range ≤20°; and limb joint adjustment uses a push-press reduction method with a force of 5-8 kg for 3-5 seconds.

5. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the bone alignment phase, osteoporosis (i.e., bone mineral density T-value < -2.5) and severe hypertension (i.e., systolic blood pressure ≥ 160 mmHg) must be ruled out before the bone setting procedure.

6. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the meridian unblocking stage, the needle depth is 1.0-1.5 inches, and the needle is retained for 20-30 minutes after obtaining the Qi. During the retention period, the needle is manipulated once every 5 minutes, using the lifting, thrusting and rotating techniques, with the lifting and thrusting amplitude ≤0.5 inches and the rotation angle ≤90°. After the needle is removed, press the needle hole with a dry cotton ball for ≥30 seconds.

7. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the external treatment stage of consolidating the foundation, the external plaster is one of the following types: warming the meridians and dispelling cold, dispelling wind and dampness, or promoting blood circulation and relieving pain. The warming the meridians and dispelling cold type is prepared by aconite, cinnamon, dried ginger, sesame oil, and litharge in a ratio of 10:

3. The dispelling wind and dampness type is prepared by notopterygium, angelica pubescens, saposhnikovia divaricata, sesame oil, and beeswax in a ratio of 8:

2. The promoting blood circulation and relieving pain type is prepared by frankincense, myrrh, safflower, sesame oil, and rosin in a ratio of 9:

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8. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the external treatment and consolidation phase, before applying the plaster, apply a warm compress of cinnamon twig and mugwort decoction to the target area for 5 minutes, and apply the plaster for 8-12 hours.

9. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, During the constitution adjustment phase, the dosage of the oral preparation is 60%-80% of the conventional dosage; subjects with Qi deficiency are given a Qi-tonifying and Qi-boosting preparation, and subjects with damp-heat constitution are given a Simiao preparation.

10. The method for staged and progressive external treatment of meridian and bone joint constitution conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, The interval between adjacent dimensions of operation between each stage is ≤5 minutes; a complete conditioning cycle is 7 days, and the muscle knot loosening stage to the body balance stage is performed once a day. After 7 consecutive days, there is a 3-day interval before entering the next cycle.

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