What Is Injury Support Supplement?
Injury Support Formula is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support injury recovery, healthy circulation, muscle recovery, tendon and ligament health, bone health, post-surgical recovery, joint comfort, and the body's natural healing process.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), physical trauma, overuse injuries, surgery, fractures, sprains, strains, and repetitive stress injuries may lead to Blood stasis, Qi stagnation, swelling, bruising, discomfort, and restricted circulation. When Blood and Qi do not flow smoothly through the body's channels and tissues, recovery may be slower and normal healing processes may become impaired.
This empirical herbal blend is traditionally used to support the body's recovery following injuries such as bruises, muscle strains, tendon injuries, ligament injuries, bone fractures, sports injuries, repetitive motion injuries, and post-surgical healing. The formula works according to traditional Chinese herbal principles to promote healthy Blood circulation, support the movement of Qi, help clear stagnation, reduce swelling, and nourish the tissues involved in recovery.
Injury Support Formula is commonly chosen by individuals recovering from sports injuries, physical trauma, car accidents, falls, muscle and tendon injuries, joint discomfort, neck and back strain, tennis elbow, overuse injuries, fractures, and post-surgical procedures. It is traditionally used to support healthy healing, strengthen bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles, while promoting comfort, mobility, and long-term recovery.*
Common Signs of Injury, Blood Stasis, and Tissue Recovery Needs in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Bruising following injury or trauma
- Swelling and inflammation
- Muscle soreness and stiffness
- Sprained ligaments
- Strained tendons
- Bone fractures and injury recovery
- Sports-related injuries
- Post-surgical recovery and healing
- Joint discomfort and restricted movement
- Neck, shoulder, and back strain
- Tennis elbow and repetitive motion injuries
- Reduced mobility or flexibility
- Areas of localized tenderness
- Slow recovery following physical trauma
- Signs of Blood stasis and Qi stagnation
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Injury Support Formula?
- Based on classical Chinese trauma and injury recovery principles
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to promote healthy Blood circulation and Qi movement
- Traditionally used to support recovery from injuries and physical trauma
- Supports healthy healing of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones
- Helps maintain healthy circulation throughout the recovery process
- Crafted to support balance rather than temporarily masking symptoms
- Traditionally used to support post-surgical recovery and tissue repair
- Formulated to promote mobility, comfort, and long-term musculoskeletal wellness
Non GMO | Gluten Free | No sugar, corn or dairy | No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, chemical binders or wax
100% Pure natural herbs, blended, made, and packaged in the USA
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Benefits of Injury Support Supplement
Supports Faster Healing and Recovery Time*
Recovery from injuries often requires proper circulation, nourishment, and internal balance. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural healing process following physical trauma, sports injuries, bruising, sprains, strains, surgery, and musculoskeletal injuries while promoting overall recovery and wellness.
Supports Healthy Blood Circulation and Movement*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy circulation is essential for recovery after injury. This formula is traditionally used to support the movement of Blood and Qi, promote healthy circulation, and help restore balance to areas affected by trauma, bruising, swelling, or physical stress.
Supports Comfort Following Physical Injury*
Physical trauma may lead to discomfort, stiffness, restricted movement, and lingering soreness. This formula is traditionally used to support overall comfort, healthy mobility, and recovery from injuries affecting the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and bones.
Supports Healthy Response to Swelling and Inflammation*
Following injury, healthy circulation and proper movement of Qi and Blood are important for recovery. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural response to swelling, inflammation, tissue congestion, and physical trauma according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles.
Supports Bone Health and Recovery*
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes the importance of nourishing the body's structural system during recovery. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy bone function, bone recovery, and overall musculoskeletal wellness following fractures, impact injuries, or physical trauma.
Supports Tendon and Ligament Recovery*
Tendons and ligaments play a vital role in stability and movement. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy tendon and ligament function, recovery after sprains and strains, and overall musculoskeletal resilience.
Supports Muscle Recovery and Physical Rehabilitation*
Muscles often require additional support following injury, overuse, surgery, or physical strain. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy muscle recovery, flexibility, mobility, and restoration of normal movement patterns.
Promotes Healthy Joint Mobility and Flexibility*
Following injury, stiffness and restricted movement may develop around affected joints. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy joint mobility, flexibility, range of motion, and comfortable movement during recovery.
Supports Recovery from Both Recent and Long-Standing Injuries*
Some individuals continue to experience lingering symptoms from old injuries, sports injuries, car accidents, falls, or previous surgeries. This formula is traditionally used to support both recent injuries and long-standing patterns of stagnation affecting recovery and mobility.
Promotes Long-Term Musculoskeletal Wellness*
Beyond injury recovery, this formula is traditionally used to support long-term health of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments while promoting overall structural strength and resilience according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles.
Individual results may vary. Improvement occurs gradually as internal balance is restored.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Common Signs You May Need Injury Support
This formula is most appropriate for individuals experiencing symptoms associated with physical trauma, Blood stagnation, bruising, swelling, musculoskeletal injuries, and impaired circulation according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles. Different individuals may experience different symptoms, such as:
Bone Fractures, Sprains, Strains, or Physical Trauma
Recovery following bone fractures, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, sprains, strains, falls, sports injuries, workplace injuries, or other forms of physical trauma that may affect mobility, circulation, and overall recovery.
External or Internal Bruising
Bruising often develops when circulation is disrupted following physical injury. Individuals may experience visible bruising, discoloration, tenderness, soreness, or lingering signs of trauma that persist during the recovery process.
Swelling and Inflammation Following Injury
Physical injuries frequently result in swelling, puffiness, congestion, and localized inflammation. These symptoms may affect movement, flexibility, comfort, and the body's ability to recover efficiently following trauma.
Discomfort Following Surgery or Medical Procedures
Recovery from surgery may involve bruising, swelling, stiffness, reduced mobility, and tissue healing. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy circulation and recovery during post-surgical rehabilitation and healing.
Lingering Symptoms from Old Injuries
Previous injuries may continue to affect comfort and mobility long after the initial event. Individuals may experience recurring discomfort, stiffness, reduced flexibility, or lingering symptoms associated with old injuries, accidents, or trauma.
Neck Strain and Neck Stiffness
Neck injuries, poor posture, repetitive strain, and physical trauma may contribute to tightness, stiffness, reduced range of motion, and recurring discomfort affecting the neck and surrounding muscles.
Shoulder Pain and Restricted Shoulder Movement
Shoulder injuries may lead to discomfort, weakness, stiffness, reduced mobility, and difficulty performing daily activities. Symptoms may occur following sports injuries, repetitive motion, falls, or physical strain.
Back Pain and Muscular Tightness
Physical stress, lifting injuries, accidents, repetitive movement, or trauma may contribute to back discomfort, muscle tightness, stiffness, restricted movement, and reduced flexibility throughout the back and spine.
Tennis Elbow and Repetitive Strain Injuries
Individuals who perform repetitive motions may experience discomfort affecting the elbow, forearm, wrist, or surrounding tissues. Symptoms may include tightness, soreness, weakness, and reduced function during daily activities.
Grating Sensation in the Joints or Bones
Some individuals may notice grinding, grating, clicking, or reduced smoothness of movement within affected joints following injury. These sensations may be accompanied by stiffness, reduced mobility, or lingering discomfort.
Reduced Mobility and Flexibility Following Injury
Injuries affecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, or bones may result in difficulty moving comfortably, reduced flexibility, restricted range of motion, and challenges performing routine physical activities.
Persistent Stiffness During Recovery
Recovery may be accompanied by ongoing stiffness, tightness, reduced circulation, and difficulty regaining normal movement patterns. These symptoms may persist following trauma, surgery, or musculoskeletal injury.
Individuals with more complex, chronic, recurring, or long-standing injury patterns may benefit from combining this formula with additional herbal support to address underlying imbalances, promote healthy circulation, support tissue recovery, and encourage long-term musculoskeletal wellness and mobility.
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Injury Recovery
According to traditional Chinese herbal principles, recovery from injuries depends on healthy circulation, proper nourishment of the Blood, strong Qi, and the body's natural ability to repair damaged tissues. Daily habits that support circulation and healing may help promote long-term recovery, mobility, and physical wellness.
For best results:
- Allow adequate rest and recovery while avoiding excessive physical strain
- Engage in gentle movement, stretching, or rehabilitation exercises as recommended by your healthcare provider
- Stay physically active within your comfort level to support healthy circulation
- Prioritize quality sleep and aim for a consistent sleep schedule
- Stay well hydrated throughout the day
- Maintain good posture and body mechanics during daily activities
- Apply appropriate heat or cold therapy as recommended for your specific condition
Manage stress levels, as chronic stress may interfere with the body's natural recovery processes
- To support healthy recovery, it is recommended to limit:
- Highly processed foods
- Excess sugar and sugary beverages
- Sour, salty, and spicy foods.
- Deep-fried, greasy, or heavily processed foods
- Excess alcohol consumption
- Smoking and tobacco products
- Excessive cold foods and iced beverages
- Overexertion before adequate healing has occurred
Foods traditionally considered supportive for recovery include warm soups, bone broth, cooked vegetables, lean proteins, eggs, dates, black sesame, walnuts, whole grains, and other nourishing foods that support healthy circulation, Blood, and vitality.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy circulation of Qi and Blood is considered an important foundation for recovery because it helps deliver nourishment throughout the body and supports the natural healing process.
Consistent nutrition, quality sleep, proper hydration, healthy circulation, and adequate rest are important foundations for supporting injury recovery, physical comfort, mobility, and long-term musculoskeletal wellness.
Key Ingredients in Injury Support Formula
Injury Support contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to support healthy circulation, promote recovery, nourish the Blood, and maintain musculoskeletal wellness following physical strain or injury.
Notoginseng Root (San Qi)
Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy Blood circulation and promote recovery following injury or trauma. San Qi is one of the most respected herbs in traditional injury-support formulas and is commonly used to support the body's natural healing processes.
Safflower Flower (Hong Hua)
Traditionally used to invigorate Blood circulation and promote the smooth flow of Qi and Blood throughout the body. Hong Hua is frequently included in formulas designed to support recovery, mobility, and physical comfort.
Ginseng Root (Ren Shen)
Traditionally used to strengthen Qi, support vitality, and help replenish energy during recovery. Ginseng is valued for supporting overall wellness and helping the body maintain strength during periods of healing and physical stress.
Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Traditionally used to nourish and move Blood while supporting healthy circulation. Dang Gui is widely used in Chinese herbal medicine to support recovery, vitality, and the body's natural restorative processes.
Moutan Root Bark (Mu Dan Pi)
Traditionally used to support healthy circulation, clear excess Heat associated with Blood stagnation patterns, and maintain balance within the body's circulatory system.
White Peony Root (Bai Shao)
Traditionally used to nourish Blood, support healthy muscle function, and help maintain flexibility and comfort. Bai Shao is commonly included in formulas that support recovery and musculoskeletal wellness.
Pure Honey
Used as the traditional binding agent for Silkie Herbs honey-bound herbal pills. Honey has historically been used to harmonize herbal formulas, support digestion, help preserve freshness, and improve palatability.
Together, these herbs have traditionally been used to support healthy circulation, promote recovery after injury, nourish Blood, maintain musculoskeletal wellness, support flexibility and mobility, and help the body restore balance following physical trauma or strain.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Serving Size 10 pills Serving Per Container 30 Amount Per Serving 3000mg |
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Herbal Blend: Notoginseng Root Carthamus Ginseng Angelica Root Moutan Peony Root |
| Other ingredients: Pure honey to aid digestion and absorption |
How to Take Injury Support Supplement
Adults or teenagers may take 5–10 pills once or twice daily with warm water. Children under 18 may take 1–5 pills once or twice daily or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. If taking medications or other supplements, allow at least 2 hours before or after using this product.
Recovery from injuries, bruising, strains, sprains, surgery, or physical trauma takes time. Noticeable improvement often develops gradually over several weeks of consistent use as healthy circulation, recovery, and internal balance are supported.
For recent injuries, some individuals choose to use the formula more consistently during the early stages of recovery. Long-standing injuries, chronic discomfort, or old trauma patterns may require longer periods of support.
For best results, take consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used daily as part of a comprehensive recovery and wellness routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Injury Support used for?
Injury Support is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support the body's natural recovery process following physical trauma. It is commonly used by individuals seeking support for bruises, sprains, strains, tendon and ligament injuries, bone fractures, swelling, inflammation, post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, and general musculoskeletal discomfort.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view injuries?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), injuries are often associated with Blood Stagnation (Blood Stasis), Qi stagnation, and disruption of the body's normal circulation. When Blood and Qi do not move freely, pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness, and delayed recovery may occur. Traditional herbal formulas are commonly used to support healthy circulation and recovery.
What is Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern in which Blood circulation becomes impaired due to trauma, injury, surgery, or chronic inflammation. Common signs may include sharp or fixed pain, bruising, swelling, stiffness, limited mobility, old injuries that never fully healed, and discomfort that worsens with pressure.
Who may benefit from Injury Support?
Individuals recovering from physical injuries, sports-related trauma, tendon or ligament strains, muscle injuries, bruising, bone fractures, surgery, joint discomfort, or soft tissue injuries may choose Injury Support as part of their recovery and wellness routine.
Can Injury Support help support recovery after surgery?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas have historically been used to support the body's natural healing process following surgery. Injury Support is commonly chosen by individuals seeking support for circulation, tissue recovery, bruising, swelling, and overall post-surgical wellness.
Can Injury Support be used after a bone fracture?
Many individuals use Injury Support during bone fracture recovery as part of their overall wellness plan. Traditional Chinese Medicine places importance on supporting healthy Blood circulation, tissue nourishment, and the body's natural healing mechanisms during recovery from physical trauma.
Can Injury Support be used for sprains and strains?
Yes. Injury Support is commonly selected by individuals recovering from sprains, strains, overstretched tendons, ligament injuries, muscle injuries, and sports-related trauma. These conditions are often associated with Blood Stasis and impaired circulation in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Why is circulation important for injury recovery?
Healthy circulation helps deliver oxygen, nutrients, and nourishment throughout the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, restoring proper circulation of Blood and Qi is considered an important part of supporting the body's natural healing process following injury or trauma.
Can old injuries cause ongoing discomfort?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, unresolved Blood Stasis from old injuries may continue to affect circulation and tissue function long after the original injury occurred. Some individuals experience lingering pain, stiffness, restricted movement, or recurring discomfort associated with previous injuries.
What types of injuries are commonly associated with Blood Stasis?
Blood Stasis is commonly associated with bruises, bone fractures, sprains, strains, tendon injuries, ligament injuries, muscle trauma, surgical recovery, repetitive strain injuries, car accident injuries, sports injuries, and chronic musculoskeletal discomfort.
How long should I take Injury Support?
Every individual is different. Recovery time depends on factors such as the severity of the injury, overall health, age, activity level, and consistency of use. Some individuals choose to use Injury Support during active recovery, while others continue use during rehabilitation and tissue strengthening. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified practitioner.
Can I take Injury Support with other Silkie Herbs formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another. Injury Support is often combined with formulas such as Arthritis Support, Kidney Support Yin, Kidney Support Yang, Gout Relief, Blood and Stamina, Spleen Support, and other formulas depending on individual wellness goals and recovery needs.
When is the best time to take Injury Support?
Injury Support may be taken according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Many individuals choose to take it consistently throughout the recovery period to support circulation, tissue repair, and overall healing.
What herbs are included in Injury Support?
Injury Support contains a carefully selected blend of Notoginseng Root (San Qi), Carthamus Flower (Hong Hua), Ginseng Root (Ren Shen), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Moutan Bark (Mu Dan Pi), and Peony Root (Chi Shao), along with pure honey as the binding agent. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy Blood circulation, recovery from trauma, tissue nourishment, and overall healing.
Can Injury Support be used year-round?
Many individuals choose to use Injury Support during periods of active recovery from injuries, surgery, or physical trauma. Others may use it as part of an ongoing wellness routine to support circulation, flexibility, and musculoskeletal health.
What makes Silkie Herbs Injury Support different?
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Each formula is based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and uses carefully selected medicinal herbs prepared as traditional honey-bound herbal pills. We do not use capsules, compressed tablets, artificial fillers, synthetic binders, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing to support consistency, purity, and authenticity.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on Blood circulation after an injury?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that free-flowing Blood and Qi are essential for recovery. Following trauma, Blood circulation may become impaired, leading to swelling, bruising, pain, and delayed healing. Supporting healthy circulation has been a central principle of injury recovery in TCM for centuries.
Can injuries affect tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones differently?
Yes. Different tissues heal at different rates. Tendons and ligaments often require longer recovery periods due to their limited blood supply, while muscles generally heal more quickly. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes supporting circulation and nourishment to help promote healthy recovery of all tissues.
Can Injury Support be taken daily?
Many individuals choose to take Injury Support daily during periods of recovery. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting circulation, tissue repair, musculoskeletal wellness, and overall recovery according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods help support recovery after an injury?
Many practitioners recommend a balanced diet that includes quality protein, cooked vegetables, bone broth, mineral-rich foods, adequate hydration, and regular meals. Proper nutrition provides the building blocks needed for healthy tissue repair and recovery.
Why are Silkie Herbs formulas made as honey-bound pills?
Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills rather than capsules or compressed tablets. Pure honey acts as a natural binding agent and has traditionally been used in Chinese herbal medicine to harmonize formulas and support digestion. This method allows us to avoid many of the synthetic fillers, binders, lubricants, and flow agents commonly found in modern supplements.
Are Silkie Herbs formulas third-party tested?
Yes. Silkie Herbs performs testing throughout the production process, from raw herb verification to finished product testing. This includes screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality and consistency.
Where are Silkie Herbs products made?
Silkie Herbs formulas are manufactured and packaged in the United States. Each formula is produced under strict quality standards while following traditional Chinese herbal principles and preparation methods.
What makes traditional Chinese herbal formulas different from single-herb supplements?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are carefully balanced combinations of herbs designed to work together according to classical TCM principles. Rather than relying on a single ingredient, each herb serves a specific role within the formula to promote balance, harmony, and overall wellness.
Why does Silkie Herbs use traditional herbal preparation methods?
Many herbs are traditionally processed using methods known as Pao Zhi (炮製), which may include roasting, steaming, honey-frying, wine-frying, fermenting, or aging. These preparation methods have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to refine the properties of herbs and support their traditional functions.
Why Silkie Herbs
Silkie formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice, not trend-based supplement marketing.
- 5th Generation Herbalist Family Tradition
- Traditional Chinese Herbal Formulas
- Honey-Bound Herbal Pills
- No Capsules
- No Tablets
- No Artificial Binders or Fillers
- Made in the USA
- Third-Party Tested
- Authentic Medicinal-Grade Herbs
- Traditional Herb Preparation Methods (Pao Zhi)
- Classical Formula Design
- Five Generations of Herbal Knowledge
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal practice. Rather than following supplement trends, our formulas are based on traditional herbal principles passed down through generations and refined through clinical experience.
Unlike most supplements, Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills instead of capsules or compressed tablets. We do not use artificial binders, fillers, lubricants, or flow agents. Pure honey is used as a natural binding agent to help preserve the formula while supporting digestion and absorption.
Every formula is manufactured in the United States using authentic medicinal-grade herbs and traditional preparation methods. Each batch undergoes third-party testing for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality and consistency.
True healing takes time. Silkie formulas honor the body’s natural ability to restore balance — the way herbal medicine has always been practiced.
Important Safety Information and Cautions
Do not take this herbal formula if you are pregnant, nursing or with high blood pressure. Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed. If any signs of discomfort or irritation occur, discontinue use and consult your physician.
Please note that a TCM formula is prescribed based on a diagnosed pattern and multiple formulas are usually prescribed to treat the whole person. Please consult a professional TCM practitioner, they will be best able to guide you.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Notoginseng root
Notoginseng root (Tianqi) promotes blood circulation and breaks up stagnation, aiding in healing, can help stop bleeding, effectively controlling bleeding internally or externally and reducing complications.
Carthamus
Carthamus/Safflower (Hong Hua) improves blood flow, reduces stagnation, and alleviates pain, swelling, and bruising caused by blood stasis.
Ginseng
Ginseng (Ren Shen) strengthens digestion, enhances nutrient absorption, improves microcirculation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues for better cardiovascular health, and boosts respiratory health.
Moutan
Moutan/Peony (Bai Shao) improves blood flow, reducing pain, swelling, and bruising, especially beneficial for injury support.
honey is the only binding agent
no artificial fillers or ingredients
herbs harvested at the height of potency
100% Natural
Our herbal supplements are made with natural honey as the binder. Honey can support the lungs, intestine, spleen, and stomach; It works as a natural preservative with antibacterial and healing properties. Unlike other herbal supplement companies that use starch, magnesium, and other chemical substances as binders for their supplements, we only use 100% honey. We also avoid using vegetable capsules because they require chemical components to form the capsule shape.
Peak Harvest Herbs
The herbs in our herbal pill blends are harvested at the height of their potency and they are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre-or post-season, but in our view, there is no substitute for premium quality.
5 Generations
Over five generations we have collected, tested and refined Chinese herbal formulas that themselves draw from 3000 years of experience of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a profound pathway to create the life you were born to live. It's a timeless bridge that can initiate and support change and growth in any and every life dimension: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
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If you feel skeptical or unsure of Chinese herbal remedies, I could hardly blame you. I wasn't a believer either until my daughter grew very sick and my father (the 4th generation herbalist) helped her get better with herbs.
I was born into a family of herbalists. My father, my grandfather, my great-grandfather, great-great grandfather were all herbalists. I represent the 5th generation in this long lineage dating back to Imperial China.
When I was three or four years old, I started to learn herbal songs and how to identify herbs. As I got older, I was taught how to process the herbs while working in my dad’s clinic in Vietnam. After we immigrated to the United States, my dad asked me if I wanted to pursue a career in TCM as an herbalist or acupuncturist. I said, “No, just leave me alone, Dad. I will find something I enjoy doing for work.” So, he left me alone to find my own way.
I wanted nothing to do with herbal medicine until I gave birth to my second daughter, Catherine, who was born with severe gastric reflux. When Catherine was 10 days old, I had to take her to the ER for IV injections into her little hand because she couldn’t keep milk down. Besides vomiting, she also was having diarrhea. Catherine was losing nutrition from both ends, so her tiny body was shrinking. At that time my dad warned me, “She needs to be treated with herbal medicine, otherwise she will have seizures later on.” I didn’t fully understand what my dad was talking about, so I ignored him.
My daughter got so ill that she could only take half an ounce of milk per hour. Before feeding her, I would use a syringe and shoot Zantac into her mouth to lessen the vomiting. As time passed, she needed milk more often, and consequently more Zantac. By the time Catherine was 8 months old, she needed to be fed and medicated 11 times a day.
I could hardly sleep, eat, shower or rest. Even at night, I had to drape my daughter over my shoulder for her to sleep. If I put Catherine down, she would vomit. I barely had time to squeeze in a 5-minute shower once or twice a week for myself. I was exhausted, but what could I do? I had to care for my daughter and do my best to survive each day with the hope that she would get better or at the very least her condition would not worsen.
Catherine had to wear a turtleneck with two sweaters along with a baby cap and scarf to be outside during the heat of summer, even when temperatures were 100 plus degrees. If I didn’t cover her up, she would have a runny nose, cough, and non stop vomiting. How will she be able to go to school or anywhere with air conditioning?
One day we went to a Vietnamese pho restaurant. After I set Catherine down into the high-chair, I turned around and adjusted my chair. Then I heard a woman’s shout, “Look at her!” I looked in the direction she pointed. It was Catherine…her eyes rolled up and her entire body stiff and shaking with fluid coming out of her mouth. Someone said, “Squeeze some lemon into her mouth.” I did it without hesitating and Catherine’s body relaxed.
We rushed her to the ER. For 3 days she was in the NICU where they monitored her brain. The doctors told me I was lucky because my daughter’s seizure didn’t last for more than 3 minutes which would have damaged her brain. After that I always carried a piece of lemon because I had no idea when my baby girl might have another seizure.
The seizures started to come weekly, so the doctor prescribed anti-seizure medication. Catherine wasn’t even 1 year of age, and already she was taking Zantac 11 times plus anti-seizure medicine 3 times a day. It was nearly impossible to administer the anti-seizure medicine because whenever I took out the syringe, she would cry and start vomiting.
I took Catherine to see a specialist at CHOC. I asked, “Doctor, have you ever seen any infant with this condition get well?” The doctor replied, “It depends. Some will grow out of it, but some don’t. If they don’t, then they will have to take medication for the rest of their life.”
“What do you mean by grow out of it?” The doctor explained that Catherine might get better by herself as she got older.
My mind was racing. “All this time the prescribed medication has not been treating her stomach?” The doctor said, “No, it only helps to guide the food down, so she won’t vomit it back up. That’s why you have to give it to her before the feeding.”
“Well, what if she doesn’t grow out of it?” In that case, Catherine will be dependent upon medication for the rest of her life. The doctor further informed me that she too was born with gastro reflux and is still taking medicine for the condition.
Her statement was like lightning in my brain. If the doctor can’t even treat herself for gastro reflux, how can she help my daughter? Seeing the futility of my path, I turned to my dad for help.
My dad advised me to stop all western drugs and to give her an herbal prescription 3 times a day. Administering medicine 3 times instead of 14 times a day to Catherine was a godsend to me. Even though it sounded too good to be true, I figured that I could still give Zantac to Catherine if she didn’t get better or continued to vomit.
After one month of herbs 3 times a day, Catherine vomited less and less. To test Catherine, I let her cry to see if she would vomit. She didn’t, so I knew she was getting better. After another month of herbal medicine, Catherine was able to wear less clothing without getting a runny nose, coughing, or vomiting. After 3 months of herbal formulas, she stopped having episodes of gastro reflux and seizure. Catherine will enjoy a normal, healthy life.
Because of Catherine’s dramatic recovery, I was sold on Chinese medicine and asked my dad to treat me. I fainted very easily, especially during the winter. After a few months of herbal formulas, I have never fainted again.
I started to have time to think and tried to understand why a piece of lemon helps to relax the muscles and stop a seizure. Lemon is a common citrus, yet it has magical powers that we don’t understand and underestimate. I wanted to learn more and find answers, so I decided to go to China which has a long history of herbal medicine. I went to TCM schools in China and Hong Kong and worked in the TCM hospitals to learn from the best herbal doctors in the world.
When I was there, I knew one day I would want to become an herbalist, but how can I get a steady supply of high-quality herbs. My dad and I backpacked across China and visited many farmlands. We interviewed farmers to grow herbs for us. Our products are used with the highest quality herbs that have been harvested at the height of their potency. They are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre- or post-season.
After I came back to the United State, I worked with my dad and learned from his experiences and studied the formulas that our ancestors passed down. What I have been through helped me to understand the importance of health. Without health, don’t even talk about career, beauty, education, freedom, etc. I now have worked with many families who have suffered as I have. Their endearing appreciation drives me to work harder.
Our namesake "Silkie" is a Chinese breed of chicken that is well known for its calm and friendly temperament. They are gentle and caring and make wonderful mothers. A Silkie loves nothing more than brooding a cluster of eggs, whether they are hers or not, even if they are "duck eggs". We share the same outlook and care for our clients the same way we care for our own family.
Introducing the Highest Quality Herbs Inside Injury Support
In TCM, Notoginseng Root (Tianqi)
Nature and Flavor: Tianqi is classified as bitter and slightly warm in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and resolve toxicity, while its warming nature helps to promote blood circulation and alleviate pain.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Heart, Liver, and Stomach meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Stopping Bleeding: Tianqi is prized for its ability to stop bleeding, particularly in cases of external and internal bleeding, such as hemorrhage, hemoptysis, and hematuria, by promoting blood coagulation and strengthening blood vessels.
- Promoting Blood Circulation: It has a special affinity for promoting blood circulation and alleviating blood stasis, making it beneficial for conditions such as bruises, traumatic injuries, and cardiovascular disorders.
- Reducing Swelling: Tianqi helps to reduce swelling and inflammation, particularly in cases of traumatic injuries, fractures, and soft tissue damage, by promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis.
Common Applications:
- Hemorrhage: Tianqi is frequently used to treat various types of bleeding disorders, including external bleeding from wounds, internal bleeding from the digestive or urinary tract, and excessive menstrual bleeding, by stopping bleeding and promoting blood coagulation.
- Cardiovascular disorders: Its ability to promote blood circulation and alleviate blood stasis makes Tianqi beneficial for treating cardiovascular disorders such as angina, hypertension, and peripheral artery disease, by improving blood flow and reducing the risk of clot formation.
- Traumatic injuries: Tianqi's ability to reduce swelling and promote blood circulation makes it useful for treating traumatic injuries such as bruises, sprains, and fractures, by reducing pain, swelling, and promoting healing.
Preparation and Dosage: Tianqi is commonly available in various forms, including dried roots, powders, capsules, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Carthamus/Safflower (Hong Hua)
Nature and Flavor: Hong Hua is classified as acrid and slightly warm in taste and nature. Its acrid flavor helps to promote blood circulation and alleviate pain, while its warming nature helps to dispel cold and invigorate Qi.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Heart and Liver meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Promoting Blood Circulation: Hong Hua is prized for its ability to promote blood circulation, particularly in cases of blood stasis, stagnant Qi, and menstrual irregularities. It helps to improve blood flow, dissolve clots, and relieve congestion in the blood vessels.
- Alleviating Pain: It has a special affinity for alleviating pain, particularly in cases of menstrual cramps, abdominal pain, and traumatic injuries. Hong Hua helps to reduce pain by promoting blood circulation and dispersing stagnation.
- Regulating Menstruation: Hong Hua helps to regulate menstruation and alleviate menstrual disorders such as irregular periods, dysmenorrhea, and amenorrhea. It promotes the smooth flow of Qi and blood in the reproductive organs, ensuring proper menstrual function.
Common Applications:
- Menstrual disorders: Hong Hua is frequently used to treat menstrual disorders by regulating menstruation, alleviating menstrual pain, and promoting blood circulation in the pelvic area.
- Cardiovascular health: Its ability to promote blood circulation makes Hong Hua beneficial for maintaining cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of blood clots, and improving circulation to the heart and peripheral tissues.
- Pain relief: Hong Hua's analgesic properties make it useful for relieving various types of pain, including headaches, abdominal pain, and joint pain, by promoting blood flow and reducing inflammation.
Preparation and Dosage: Hong Hua is commonly available in dried form and can be prepared as a decoction, tea infusion, or powdered form. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Ginseng (Ren Shen)
Nature and Flavor: Ren Shen is classified as sweet, slightly bitter, and slightly warm in taste and nature. Its sweet flavor helps to tonify the Spleen and Lung Qi, while its slightly bitter taste aids in promoting digestion and reducing dampness. Its warming nature invigorates the body and helps to dispel cold.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Spleen, Lung, and Heart meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Tonifying Qi: Ren Shen is renowned for its ability to tonify Qi, particularly the Spleen and Lung Qi. It helps to replenish energy reserves, improve vitality, and enhance overall physical and mental endurance.
- Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach: It has a special affinity for strengthening the Spleen and Stomach, improving digestion, and alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, poor appetite, and abdominal distention.
- Balancing the Body: Ren Shen acts as an adaptogen, helping the body to adapt to stress, both physical and mental. It supports the body's natural ability to maintain balance and resilience in the face of challenges, thereby enhancing overall well-being.
Common Applications:
- Fatigue and Weakness: Ren Shen is frequently used to treat fatigue, weakness, and low energy levels caused by chronic illness, overwork, or aging, by tonifying Qi and revitalizing the body.
- Poor Appetite and Digestive Issues: Its ability to strengthen the Spleen and Stomach makes Ren Shen beneficial for treating poor appetite, indigestion, bloating, and other digestive disorders.
- Enhancing Mental Clarity and Focus: Ren Shen's adaptogenic properties help to improve mental clarity, concentration, and cognitive function, making it useful for enhancing memory, focus, and overall mental acuity.
Preparation and Dosage: Ren Shen is commonly available in various forms, including dried roots, powders, capsules, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Nature and Flavor: Dang Gui is classified as sweet, spicy, and warm in taste and nature. Its sweet flavor nourishes and harmonizes, while its warming nature invigorates blood circulation and dispels cold.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Liver and Spleen meridians, though it also influences the Heart and Kidney meridians to some extent.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Nourishing Blood: Dang Gui is prized for its ability to tonify and nourish the blood, making it beneficial for addressing symptoms of blood deficiency such as pale complexion, dizziness, and irregular menstruation.
- Regulating Menstruation: It has a special affinity for women's health and is commonly used to regulate menstruation, alleviate menstrual pain, and promote blood circulation in the pelvic area.
- Invigorating Qi: Dang Gui also has the ability to invigorate Qi, promoting overall vitality and energy levels. This makes it useful for addressing symptoms of Qi deficiency such as fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.
Common Applications:
- Blood deficiency: Dang Gui is frequently included in formulas aimed at tonifying the blood, particularly in cases of pale complexion, dizziness, and irregular menstruation.
- Menstrual disorders: Its ability to regulate menstruation makes it beneficial for addressing symptoms such as irregular periods, painful periods, and amenorrhea.
- Qi deficiency: Dang Gui's Qi-invigorating properties make it useful for addressing symptoms of Qi deficiency such as fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.
Preparation and Dosage: Dang Gui can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts(not recommended.) The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Moutan/Tree Peony Bark (Mu Dan Pi)
Nature and Flavor: Mu Dan Pi is classified as bitter and slightly cold in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation, while its cooling nature helps to cool the blood and alleviate symptoms of heat.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Heart, Liver, and Kidney meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Cooling the Blood: Mu Dan Pi is prized for its ability to cool the blood and reduce heat, making it beneficial for conditions such as fever, inflammatory conditions, and heat-related skin disorders.
- Clearing Heat: It has a special affinity for clearing heat from the blood, which can manifest as symptoms such as fever, irritability, and thirst.
- Resolving Blood Stasis: Mu Dan Pi is also effective in promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis, making it beneficial for conditions such as menstrual disorders, abdominal masses, and traumatic injuries.
Common Applications:
- Heat-related conditions: Mu Dan Pi is frequently used to treat heat-related conditions such as fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, and skin eruptions caused by excess heat in the body.
- Menstrual disorders: Its ability to promote blood circulation and resolve blood stasis makes it beneficial for regulating menstruation and alleviating symptoms such as menstrual pain, irregular periods, and amenorrhea.
- Liver disorders: Mu Dan Pi is used to clear Liver heat, reduce symptoms of Liver fire, and treat conditions such as jaundice and Liver Qi stagnation.
Preparation and Dosage: Mu Dan Pi can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Peony (Bai Shao)
Nature and Flavor: Bai Shao is classified as bitter, sour, and slightly cold in taste and nature. Its bitter and sour flavors help to restrain the Liver Qi, while its cooling nature helps to alleviate symptoms of heat and inflammation.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Liver and Spleen meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Nourishing the Blood: Bai Shao is prized for its ability to nourish the Blood and tonify the Liver, making it beneficial for conditions such as blood deficiency, pale complexion, and dizziness.
- Calming the Liver: It has a special affinity for calming the Liver and regulating Liver Qi, helping to alleviate symptoms such as irritability, mood swings, and menstrual irregularities.
- Relieving Pain: Bai Shao also helps to relieve pain and reduce spasms, particularly in conditions such as muscle cramps, abdominal pain, and menstrual cramps.
Common Applications:
- Blood deficiency: Bai Shao is frequently used to treat blood deficiency-related conditions, such as anemia, fatigue, and irregular menstruation.
- Liver Qi stagnation: Its ability to calm the Liver and regulate Liver Qi makes it beneficial for treating symptoms such as irritability, depression, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
- Menstrual disorders: Bai Shao's nourishing properties make it useful for regulating the menstrual cycle and alleviating symptoms of menstrual irregularities, including painful periods and irregular bleeding.
Preparation and Dosage: Bai Shao can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, teas, tinctures, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Pure Honey
Nature and Flavor: Pure honey is classified as sweet in taste and neutral in nature. Its sweet flavor makes it appealing for culinary use, while its neutral nature makes it suitable for a wide range of constitutions.
Meridian Affinity: Honey has a harmonizing effect on all meridians, making it a versatile substance that can be used to support overall health and balance in the body.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Moistening and Nourishing: Honey is renowned for its ability to moisten and nourish the body, particularly the lungs and stomach. It helps alleviate dryness and promotes the production of bodily fluids, making it beneficial for conditions such as dry cough, dry throat, and constipation.
- Tonifying the Spleen and Stomach: It has a tonifying effect on the Spleen and Stomach organs, helping to strengthen digestion and improve appetite. This makes honey useful for addressing symptoms of poor digestion, such as bloating, indigestion, and fatigue.
- Soothing and Calming: Honey has a soothing and calming effect on the body and mind, making it beneficial for promoting relaxation and reducing stress and anxiety. It can also help improve sleep quality and promote overall well-being.
- Promotes Wound Healing and Acts as Preservative: Accelerates wound healing, prevents infection, and serves as a natural preservative with antibacterial properties.
Common Applications:
- Respiratory conditions: Honey is often used to soothe and alleviate symptoms of respiratory conditions such as coughs, sore throats, and congestion. It can be taken alone or combined with other herbs to enhance its therapeutic effects.
- Digestive disorders: Its tonifying properties make honey beneficial for improving digestion and alleviating symptoms of poor appetite, indigestion, and bloating.
- General health and wellness: Honey is commonly used as a natural sweetener and food supplement to support overall health and vitality.
Preparation and Dosage: Pure honey can be consumed on its own or added to herbal teas, decoctions, or other medicinal preparations. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the individual's constitution. It's essential to use high-quality, unpasteurized honey to ensure maximum therapeutic benefits.
Combining Herbal Formulas Togethers
Combining Herbal Formulas Togethers
Combining herbal formulas can effectively address multiple health concerns or enhance overall well-being.
- Consider Patterns: Identify underlying imbalances or health concerns before combining formulas to ensure compatibility.
- Address Multiple Symptoms: Choose formulas targeting different health aspects to address multiple symptoms simultaneously.
- Timing Matters: Consider organ functions according to the Silkie 24 Hour Wellness Wheel. For instance, take Liver and Gallbladder formulas post-dinner or around 7 pm, while Lung and Large Intestinal formulas are best taken upon waking or at 7 am.
- Synergistic Actions: Look for herbs with complementary actions to enhance overall effectiveness, such as pairing anti-inflammatory with immune-boosting herbs.
- Ensure Compatibility: Check compatibility and safety of combined herbs, avoiding conflicting actions or interactions. Consult trusted herbalists for guidance.
- Customize Dosages: Adjust individual herb dosages based on personal needs and tolerance levels for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Monitor Effects: Pay attention to body responses and modify combinations as needed. Seek guidance from trusted herbalists for personalized consultation.
Herbal Formula Combinations for Injury Related Conditions
- Chinese Herbs for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Combine Arthritis 5 to 10 pills with Injury Support 1 to 3 pills to unblock the channels and alleviate pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and fingers caused by compression of the median nerve.
- Chinese Herbs for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Combine Arthritis 1 to 5 pills, Gout 1 to 5 pills and Injury Support 1 to 5 pills to unblock the channels to address chronic joint inflammation, pain, swelling, and deformity associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
- Chinese Herbs for Bursitis: Combine Gout 5 pills with Injury Support 1 to 3 pills to unblock the channels to reduce inflammation and relieve pain and tenderness caused by inflammation of the bursae.
- Chinese Herbs for Osteoarthritis: Combine Kidney Yin 9 pills, Kidney Yang 1 pill, Arthritis 1 to 3 pills, Knee Pain 3 to 5 pills, and Injury Support 1 to 3 pills to unblock the channels to manage pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion in weight-bearing joints affected by osteoarthritis.