(1) Leaching method Leaching method is a treatment method of spraying medicinal soup or granule on the affected area continuously, also known as spraying method. Its mechanism of action is to use the stimulation and washing effect of liquid medicine when spraying medicine to promote the dredging of local meridians, the smooth flow of qi and blood, and the removal of dirt, so as to achieve the purposes of detoxification, detumescence, blood stasis, pain relief and sore clearing. In operation, the selected medicines are decocted, the dregs are removed to obtain juice, the liquid medicine is put into a small fine-eye watering can while it is hot, and the whole body and the affected part are continuously sprayed, or the affected part is continuously washed with sterile gauze soaked with the liquid medicine. When spraying, place a container below to receive the liquid medicine. If the medicine is cold, heat it and pour it into a small watering can to continue spraying. Pay attention to the amount of liquid medicine and the length of spray washing time can be determined according to the disease syndrome. In addition, pay attention to heat preservation when washing, and dry the local skin after washing.
(2) Scrubbing is a therapeutic method to scrub the whole body and the affected area with medicinal soup. This method has the functions of clearing away heat and toxic materials, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, promoting qi circulation and dredging collaterals through the penetration and friction of drugs on the skin. During the operation, the selected drugs are decocted in water to get juice, then poured into a basin to warm, and the whole body and the affected area are scrubbed with a towel or gauze, and it is best to gently rub the red epidermis, which is better when the pain is mild. Scrubbing 2 ~ 6 times a day, 5 ~ 10 minutes each time, each dose can be used for 1 ~ 2 days, the liquid medicine is heated before use, and the liquid medicine is changed 1 time every day. In addition, pay attention to the technique when scrubbing, and don't use too much force to damage the skin.
(3) Flushing method is a treatment method of washing the sore surface with medicinal soup. By flushing, pus is discharged and sores are cleared, so as to achieve the purposes of clearing away heat and toxic materials, killing insects and relieving itching. When in use, the selected medicines are decocted in water, the juice is diluted, heated or cooled, and the liquid medicine is sucked by a syringe. , and then injected into the pus cavity or vagina for washing until the secretion is completely washed, several times a day, usually 5- 10 times each time, 1 dose can be used continuously 1-2 days. Note that the used potion cannot be used again; The amount of liquid medicine and the length of washing time depend on the condition; Dry the local skin after rinsing.
(4) Immersion and washing method Immersion and washing method is a treatment method of soaking and washing the whole body and affected parts with medicinal soup. It is a combination of soaking method and washing method. The liquid medicine acts on the affected part for a long time and reaches the affected part directly. By using the cleaning power of the liquid medicine, it has the functions of clearing away heat and toxic materials, expelling wind and killing insects, relieving itching, softening keratin, removing putrefaction and promoting granulation. When in use, the selected medicines are decocted, the dregs are removed, the juice is taken, poured into a basin or a wooden bucket, soaked in warm water, and then the whole body and the affected part are washed. Soak 1 or twice a day for 30-60 minutes each time, and each dose can be used for 1-3 days, and the original liquid medicine should be boiled before each use. Pay attention to adjust the room temperature when soaking to avoid feeling cold, and dry the soaking parts after soaking.
(5) Bathing method Bathing method is a therapeutic method of bathing with medicinal soup. This method uses the warm power of bath water and the efficacy of medicine itself to dredge the whole body and open the orifices, and has the functions of expelling wind and removing dampness, killing insects and relieving itching, warming meridians and dispelling cold, dredging meridians, harmonizing qi and blood, reducing swelling and removing blood stasis. In operation, the selected medicine is decocted, the residue is removed, the juice is taken, the liquid medicine is poured into the hot water in the bathtub, and the whole body is washed while it is hot. Or put the medicine in a gauze bag and take a bath in hot water. 1 or twice a day 1 dose. When taking a bath, pay attention to the moderate water temperature, avoid overheating and scalding the skin, keep warm and avoid catching cold and blowing. Dry it immediately after washing and cover it to keep warm.
(6) sitz bath method sitz bath method is a treatment method in which the medicine is boiled and put into a basin, so that the patient can take a sitz bath and the medicine can directly soak the affected part. It can make the medicine directly act on the lesion site for a long time, and promote the absorption of skin and mucosa with the help of heat, thus playing the roles of promoting qi circulation and blood circulation, clearing away heat and removing dampness, killing insects, relieving itching and astringing. When in use, the selected medicines are decocted, and the juice is put into a bathtub. When the temperature is suitable, immerse the buttocks in the basin to clean the affected part. 1 ~ 2 times a day, each time 15 ~ 30 minutes, and each dose can be used 1 ~ 2 days. Pay attention to the appropriate temperature of the liquid medicine when taking a sitz bath, avoid overheating and scalding the skin, and keep warm. In addition, women should not take a bath during pregnancy or menstrual period.
(7) Fumigation and washing method Fumigation and washing method is a treatment method of fumigating and bathing the affected part when the medicine is hot. Under the comprehensive action of heat and medicine, this method can promote acupoint dredging, smooth qi and blood, improve local nutrition and systemic function, and achieve the purposes of detoxification and detumescence, promoting blood circulation and dredging collaterals, promoting qi circulation and relieving pain, expelling wind and removing dampness, killing insects and relieving itching. Fumigation and washing method can be divided into whole body fumigation and washing method and local fumigation and washing method.
1. Whole-body fumigation and washing method will double the dosage of the selected drugs, decoct the soup, remove the residue and take the juice, pour it into the bathtub while it is hot, and put a Xiao Mu stool in the basin, which is about 10 cm higher than the medicine surface. The patient should sit on the Xiao Mu stool and cover it with a shower cover, cloth or blanket (only exposing his head) to avoid the leakage of hot air. When the temperature is right, take out Xiao Mu's stool and take a bath to sweat. After fumigation, dry the whole body, cover with a bath towel, rest in bed, and change clothes after sweating.
2. Local fumigation and washing method (1) hand fumigation and washing: pour the decoction of the selected medicine into the basin while it is hot, put the affected hand on the basin for fumigation, and cover the hand and the basin with a cloth to prevent hot air from leaking out. When the temperature is suitable, soak the affected hand in the medicine for washing.
(2) Pedicure fumigation and washing: pour the selected medicinal juice into the basin while it is hot, put the affected foot on the Xiao Mu stool for fumigation and washing, cover the basin with a cloth, take out the Xiao Mu stool after warming, and soak the affected foot and calf in the medicinal juice for washing.
(3) Fumigating and washing the head: pour the decoction of the selected medicine into a basin while it is hot. The patient takes a seat, leans forward slightly, closes his eyes to the soup basin, fumigates, or covers his head and face with cloth, waits for the temperature, takes off the cloth and washes his face frequently.
(4) Two-yin fumigation and washing method: pour the decoction of the selected medicine into a basin while it is hot, put a perforated wooden frame on the basin, and the patient will show his hips and sit on the wooden frame for fumigation, and cover it with a cloth to prevent the hot air from leaking out. When the temperature of the decoction is suitable, take off the wooden frame and immerse his hips in the basin for a bath.
In addition, keep warm during fumigation treatment in winter and avoid the wind in summer. After the whole body is fumigated and washed, the skin blood vessels dilate, the blood circulation is vigorous, and the whole body is warm and sweaty. Be sure to wait for the sweat to dry before you go out, so as not to feel cold. It should also be noted that the temperature of the liquid medicine should be appropriate, not too hot to avoid scalding the skin, nor too cold to avoid adverse stimulation.
(8) gargle method gargle method is to boil the medicine into liquid or make it into tablets (pills), put it in the mouth for a period of time, then gargle and spit it out, or swallow it slowly, ranging from 3 or 4 times to 5 or 6 times a day. Has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, diminishing inflammation and relieving pain, and can be used for treating diseases such as oral cavity and throat. Be careful that the decoction is not too hot to avoid scalding your mouth.