Evidence supporting the use of: Cassia (unspecified)
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cassia, which may refer to either Cinnamomum cassia (Chinese cinnamon) or Cassia angustifolia (senna), is primarily used in traditional medicine systems, especially Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, Cassia bark (known as "Rou Gui") is sometimes included in herbal formulas to "warm" the body and promote circulation. While headache related to sinus congestion is not its primary traditional use, Cassia is occasionally incorporated in multi-herb remedies for symptoms that could include headache, particularly if these are thought to arise from "cold" or blocked qi. The rationale is generally based on Cassia's warming, stimulating, and aromatic properties, which might be thought to help alleviate congestion and promote sinus drainage according to traditional theory. However, the direct use of Cassia as a treatment specifically for sinus headache is not well-documented, and there is no robust historical evidence to support its widespread application for this particular indication as a single agent. Furthermore, there is a lack of clinical or scientific research validating Cassia's efficacy for sinus headaches. Most evidence is anecdotal or based on its inclusion in complex herbal formulas rather than on Cassia alone. Therefore, while there is a traditional basis for its occasional use, the evidence is weak and indirect.

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