Yanqing Zhitong Ointment

Yanqing Zhitong Ointment is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) topical preparation designed for acupoint application (tiē fū). Developed by the Beijing Yanqing District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is primarily indicated for the treatment of chronic non-specific low back pain. The ointment is typically applied to specific acupuncture points, such as Shenshu (BL23), Dachangshu (BL25), and Ashi points, often in conjunction with manual acupuncture. Its therapeutic mechanism is based on the transdermal absorption of herbal active ingredients that aim to promote blood circulation, resolve stasis, and provide local analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. Clinical trials have investigated its efficacy as a non-invasive adjunct or alternative to standard acupuncture for improving pain scores (e.g., McGill Pain Questionnaire) and functional mobility.

Brand names

Yanqing Zhitong Ointment

Other names

Yanqing ZhitongYanqing Zhitong Gao延庆止痛膏