Dampness invading the Channels joints and muscles
In traditional theory, Damp Bi describes Dampness obstructing the Channels, joints, and muscles. Its conceptual role is to emphasize heaviness, swelling, and numbness with relatively sluggish or persistent obstruction. Study defining presentations and traditional differentiation context in this educational pattern record.
Key reference facts
- Nature
- Full
- Organ affinity
- Spleen
- Defining presentations
- Joint pain; Joint stiff; Swollen joints; Numbness in the skin; Heavy joint
- Treatment principles
- Transform Dampness; Unblock the Channels; Promote movement through the joints; Reduce heaviness and obstruction
Related library records
Source reference: Me & Qi - TCM Patterns Database