As a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Cincinnati, my patients are looking for ways to help themselves without using over-the-counter medication. Not only do individuals want to limit their OTC pain relievers, but they also choose not to explore the use of medical marijuana. I have found a way to help my patients without using OTC medications for minor medical conditions. What I have found with clinical experience is to apply the CBD salve on the area of acute or chronic pain after my patient has been treated by acupuncture, cupping (cupping opens the pores of the skin allowing the CBD salve to penetrate the skin), then medical massage (rubs the salve into the fascia and muscle itself) on the localized area of pain. The patient can take the 1,000 mg tincture under the tongue and apply the salve for pain management for up to three days after treatment, then as needed for flare-ups. My patients are guided to use CBD for short-term use.

According to National Institute of Health (NIH), cannabidiol (CBD) is “a Phyto-cannabinoid derived from Cannabis species, which is a devoid of psychoactive activity with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antineoplastic and chemo-preventive activities.”¹ This is why CBD is such a complement to alternative medicine and provides a safe and organic way to extend treatment at home. I tried five different CBD product lines before I found Dao Zen. My patients love the effects of Dao Zen. The Dao Zen line that I use provides a salve (topical containing 300 mg of CBD and 30 ml) and a tincture (sublingual containing 1,000 mg of CBD and 30 ml). Prior to using CBD salves on clients, I explain the product and ask for their permission to use it in their care. One caution that has been found is that CBD oil interacts in the metabolism of medications such as blood thinners.² Some working professionals and professional athletes are not allowed to use CBD products due to random drug testing.