Acupoint Sticking Chinese Herbal Medicine

This intervention involves the topical application of a Chinese herbal medicine paste onto specific acupuncture points, a practice known as acupoint sticking (Tiān Jiǔ). Developed and studied by the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this specific formulation is used to treat chronic asthma, particularly the Kidney Yang Deficiency type, following the traditional principle of treating winter diseases in summer (Dong Bing Xia Zhi). The herbal paste is typically applied to points such as Dazhui (GV14) and Tiantu (RN22) to modulate the immune system and improve respiratory function. In clinical trials, it is often evaluated alongside magnetic stickers to assess synergistic effects on pulmonary health and symptom management.

Other names

Acupoint Sticking TherapySanfu PatchWinter Diseases Treated in SummerAcupoint Herbal Patching