Sciatica Relief: A Comparative Study

Patient:Male, Middle-aged

Occupation:Unknown

Diagnosis:Cold-Damp obstructing the Channels.

1Condition & History

Chief Complaint: Recurrent sciatica pain forcing bed rest.

Long-term lumbar injury history. Compared efficacy during an acute flare-up.

TCM Signs (Four Examinations)

Tongue:Pale/Purple
Pulse:Tight

2Diagnosis & Treatment

Diagnosis: Cold-Damp obstructing the Channels.

Treatment Principle: Warm Yang and Unblock Meridians.

Prescribed Method

Comparison test.

Duration: 2 hours (Initial relief)

3Outcome & Analysis

While the competitor brand reduced pain from 10 to 7 (lasting 2 hours), Yi Zheng Gao reduced pain to 2-3 and restored ability to walk and toilet independently.

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Many modern patches rely on analgesics/coolants. Traditional formulas focus on unblocking the meridian (Zhi Ben), offering functional restoration.

— Physician's Note