Invigorate the Collaterals

Pattern Identification
-Post-traumatic pain or Blood stasis, obstruction of Connecting (Luo) vessels
 
Chinese Action
-Quickens the Blood and dispels stasis, opens the Connecting (Luo) vessels, relieves pain
 
Pulse
-Wiry and/or choppy
 
Tongue
-Dark red or purple, possibly with red or purple spots
 
Indications (Symptoms)
-Promotes healing of traumatic injuries, relieves bruising and swelling
-Helps ease occasional joint pain
-Aids in relieving menstrual disharmony, including menstrual cramps
-Assists in relieving various systemic pains from blockage and stasis