Damp-Phlegm DAMP_PHLEGM_COLD

Damp-Phlegm with cold

💊 Treatment principle: Resolve damp and phlegm, expel cold

Description

Damp and phlegm with cold component

Clinical features

Heavy sensation, clear phlegm, cold limbs, pale complexion, thick white tongue coating

✅ Cupping advice

Highly effective
Technique: Dry
⏱️ Duration: 10 minutes
📅 Frequency: 1-2x per week
💪 Intensity: Moderate
Clinical notes:

Standaard droge cupping is effectief bij koude syndromen

Special notes:

Local cupping on painful points or along the affected meridian. Suitable for chronic pain, joint disorders and muscle stiffness.

🚫 Contraindications:

Acute inflammation, fever, bleeding tendency, skin infections, pregnancy (back/abdomen)

Recommended cupping points:
LI4 primary
Hegu 合谷
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ST36 primary
Zusanli 足三里
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GV-14 primary
Dazhui 大椎
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BL23 secondary
Shenshu 肾俞
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GB-20 secondary
Fengchi 風池
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GB20 secondary
Fengchi 风池
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BL12 secondary
Fengmen 风门
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📍 Acupuncture points

ST40 Primary
Fenglong 丰隆
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ST36 Secondary
Zusanli 足三里
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CV12 Secondary
Zhongwan 中脘
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🔥 Moxa advice

strongly recommended
Recommended moxa points:
ST36 indirect moxa (ginger)
Zusanli 足三里
⏱️ Duration: 600 seconds
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📜 Herbal formulas

Erchen Tang 二陈汤
🧠 TCM pattern:

Phlegm-Damp

📋 Indications:

Chronic bronchitis, nausea, dizziness, swollen tongue

📖 Classical source: Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang
🚫 Contraindications:

Yin deficiency with dryness

⚠️ Safety warnings:

Pinellia must be prepared (fa ban xia)