Korean Herbal Formulation [Part 11] Classic Formulas for Wind–Dampness: Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang & Wu Yao Shun Qi San
CALee Acupuncture Korean Herbal Formulation [Part 11] Classic Formulas for Wind–Dampness: Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang & Wu Yao Shun Qi San Part 2. External Invaders: The Six Climatic Pathogens (Liu Qi) Lesson 9 Introduction: Wind Rarely Comes Alone In Part 10 , we examined the key herbs used to treat wind pathogens (Wind Evil) —such as Qiang Huo, Du Huo, Jing Jie , and Fang Feng —and how their actions differ according to the regions of the body they affect. In real clinical settings, however, wind rarely appears alone. It most often combines with dampness (Damp) or cold (Cold) , producing more complex patterns such as heavy pain, stiffness, numbness, or restricted movement rather than simple exterior symptoms. In this chapter, we begin a focused study of classical formulas used to treat exterior wind disorders , especially those involving wind–dampness (Wind-Damp) . We will examine two representative formulas in detail: Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang (羌活勝濕湯) Wu Yao Shun Qi ...