FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is After Stroke Support used for?

After Stroke Support is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support the body's natural recovery process following stroke-related symptoms associated with Blood Stasis. It is commonly used by individuals seeking support for facial asymmetry, facial weakness, numbness, impaired mobility, muscle stiffness, weakness on one side of the body, and overall post-stroke wellness and rehabilitation.

How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view stroke recovery?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), stroke recovery is often associated with Blood Stasis, Qi stagnation, and impaired circulation throughout the body's channels and collaterals. When Blood and Qi do not flow smoothly, symptoms such as numbness, weakness, facial paralysis, limited mobility, and impaired function may occur. Traditional herbal formulas are commonly used to support circulation and recovery.

What is Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern in which Blood circulation becomes obstructed or impaired. Common signs may include numbness, weakness, facial asymmetry, reduced mobility, stiffness, fixed discomfort, poor circulation, and lingering symptoms following a stroke or neurological event.

Who may benefit from After Stroke Support?

Individuals recovering from stroke-related symptoms, facial paralysis, Bell's palsy patterns associated with Blood Stasis, weakness on one side of the body, impaired mobility, numbness, muscle stiffness, poor circulation, or post-stroke rehabilitation may choose After Stroke Support as part of their wellness routine.

Can After Stroke Support help support post-stroke recovery?

Traditional Chinese herbal formulas have historically been used to support the body's natural recovery process following stroke-related conditions. After Stroke Support is commonly chosen by individuals seeking support for healthy circulation, mobility, facial muscle function, muscle nourishment, and overall post-stroke wellness.

Can After Stroke Support be used for facial weakness and facial asymmetry?

Many individuals use After Stroke Support when seeking support for facial weakness, facial asymmetry, facial stiffness, and reduced facial muscle movement. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes restoring healthy circulation and nourishing the channels that support facial function and mobility.

Can After Stroke Support help support mobility and movement?

Yes. After Stroke Support is commonly selected by individuals seeking support for mobility, coordination, flexibility, muscle strength, and healthy movement during post-stroke recovery. These concerns are often associated with Blood Stasis and impaired circulation in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Why is circulation important during stroke 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 recovery process following stroke-related symptoms.

Can lingering stroke symptoms be related to Blood Stasis?

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, unresolved Blood Stasis may continue to affect circulation and channel function long after the initial event. Some individuals experience ongoing numbness, weakness, stiffness, facial asymmetry, limited mobility, or reduced coordination associated with Blood Stasis patterns.

What symptoms are commonly associated with Blood Stasis after a stroke?

Blood Stasis following a stroke may be associated with facial weakness, facial paralysis, numbness, muscle stiffness, weakness on one side of the body, impaired mobility, reduced flexibility, poor circulation, difficulty speaking, and delayed recovery according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.

How long should I take After Stroke Support?

Every individual is different. Recovery time depends on factors such as age, overall health, consistency of use, lifestyle habits, and the severity of symptoms. Some individuals choose to use After Stroke Support during active rehabilitation, while others continue use as part of their long-term wellness routine. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified practitioner.

Can I take After Stroke Support with other Silkie Herbs formulas?

Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another. After Stroke Support is often combined with formulas such as Blood and Stamina, Spleen Support, Kidney Support Yin, Kidney Support Yang, Focus Support, Arthritis Support, Injury Support, and other formulas depending on individual wellness goals and recovery needs.

When is the best time to take After Stroke Support?

After Stroke Support may be taken according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Many individuals choose to take it consistently throughout their recovery period to support circulation, mobility, and overall wellness.

What herbs are included in After Stroke Support?

After Stroke Support contains a carefully selected blend of Black Cohosh Rhizome, Rhodiola, Safflower (Hong Hua), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Lobed Kudzuvine Root (Ge Gen), and Licorice Root (Gan Cao), along with pure honey as the binding agent. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy Blood circulation, nourish the channels, promote mobility, support muscle function, and encourage overall post-stroke recovery and wellness.

Can After Stroke Support be used year-round?

Many individuals choose to use After Stroke Support during periods of rehabilitation and recovery. Others may continue use as part of an ongoing wellness routine to support circulation, mobility, flexibility, and overall vitality.

What makes Silkie Herbs After Stroke 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 a stroke?

Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that free-flowing Blood and Qi are essential for healthy function and recovery. Following a stroke, Blood circulation may become impaired, leading to weakness, numbness, stiffness, reduced mobility, and facial asymmetry. Supporting healthy circulation has been a central principle of post-stroke recovery in TCM for centuries.

Why are the channels and collaterals important in stroke recovery?

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the channels and collaterals act as pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate throughout the body. When these pathways become obstructed, symptoms such as weakness, numbness, paralysis, stiffness, and impaired movement may occur. Supporting healthy circulation through these pathways is a traditional focus of post-stroke rehabilitation.

Can After Stroke Support be taken daily?

Many individuals choose to take After Stroke Support daily during periods of rehabilitation and recovery. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting circulation, mobility, muscle function, flexibility, and overall wellness according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.

What foods help support recovery after a stroke?

Many practitioners recommend a balanced diet that includes cooked vegetables, quality protein, whole grains, healthy fats, adequate hydration, and regular meals. Traditional Chinese Medicine often emphasizes foods that support healthy circulation, digestion, and overall vitality during 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, circulation, 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.