Inc. All rights reserved. Other major detrimental influences include cold, heat, dryness and dampness. Wind, according to Chinese Medicine, comes on suddenly, attacks the upper part of the body first, causes motions in the body and tends to move about the body. Bell s Palsy and now even car accidents.
Wind comes from outside forces or interior conditions such as emotions, diet and heredity.
It can be compared to the weakened roots of a tree that is causing the upper branches to not be nourished. As a person ages and the Kidney energy declines the body becomes more susceptible to Wind. Treatment of Parkinson s disease includes both acupuncture and herbs. Cessation of the tremors are sometimes seen immediately although a patient must return 1-2 times a week for lasting results. When herbs are given the patient must be seen by a qualified practitioner of Chinese Medicine to determine the correct herbal combination.