Evidence supporting the use of: Cynanchum otophyllum
For the health condition: Injuries
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Cynanchum otophyllum, known as "Qianjinsanqi" in traditional Chinese medicine, has been used historically in some regions of China for the treatment of injuries, particularly those involving bruises, swelling, and trauma. This use is primarily documented in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) texts and ethnobotanical surveys, where the root is often incorporated into topical applications or decoctions believed to promote blood circulation, reduce swelling, and support healing. However, scientific studies specifically investigating the efficacy of Cynanchum otophyllum for injury recovery are lacking. The available literature consists mainly of pharmacological studies focused on related species within the Cynanchum genus, and even those are limited. Thus, while the use of Cynanchum otophyllum for injuries is rooted in traditional belief and practice, there is minimal scientific validation, and the evidence base is weak. Most of the support comes from anecdotal or traditional sources rather than controlled clinical trials or modern pharmacological research. Therefore, caution should be exercised when considering its use for injury support, especially in the absence of rigorous scientific data.
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Other health conditions supported by Cynanchum otophyllum
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Fatigue
Fever
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea
Gout
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Inflammation
Injuries
Insomnia
Itching
Kidney Infection
Mastitis
Pain (general remedies for)