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What is osteophytosis called in traditional Chinese medicine?

Sep 27, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
Degenerative joint changes can lead to hypertrophic osteoarthropathy, also known as degenerative arthritis or osteoarthritis. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), this condition is referred to as "Bi syndrome of the bones" (bone Bi). Bone Bi was documented as early as in the Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon). Ancient practitioners adopted pattern differentiation and treatment, commonly using herbal formulations containing Coix seed (Yi Yi Ren), Notopterygium (Qiang Huo), Angelica pubescens (Du Huo), Saposhnikovia (Fang Feng), Chuanxiong (Ligusticum), Dong Quai (Dang Gui), Ephedra (Ma Huang), and Sichuan Achyranthes root (Chuan Niu Xi), among others. These herbs are used to clear heat and detoxify, reduce swelling, and dissipate nodules.

Generally, osteophytosis, also known as bone hyperostosis, is referred to in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as "bone bi" (bone impediment), which describes a bone marrow disorder caused by insufficient qi and blood, as well as invasion of dampness and cold pathogenic factors. A detailed analysis is as follows:

Osteophytosis can result from degenerative joint changes and is known as "bone bi" in TCM. This condition may occur in various areas such as the cervical spine, lumbar spine, and knee joints. Once developed, it is relatively difficult to cure and requires timely care. Most patients receive treatment under medical guidance through dietary adjustments and physical therapy; additionally, they may use traditional Chinese herbal medicine as directed by a physician. Bone bi often develops as a progression of cold-type bi syndrome. Common symptoms include heaviness in the limbs, bone pain, body aches, and numbness. Some patients may experience muscle spasms and joint swelling. Bone bi has been documented in the "Huangdi Neijing" (The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon). Ancient practitioners adopted pattern differentiation for treatment, commonly prescribing herbs such as Coix seed (Yi Yi Ren), Notopterygium (Qiang Huo), Ledebouriella (Du Huo), Saposhnikovia (Fang Feng), Szechwan Lovage Rhizome (Chuan Xiong), Chinese Angelica (Dang Gui), Ephedra (Ma Huang), Cinnamon Twig (Gui Zhi), Prepared Aconite Root (Zhi Chuan Wu), and Cyathula Root (Chuan Niu Xi). These herbs are combined to achieve effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, dispelling wind, eliminating dampness, reducing swelling, and resolving nodules.

Patients are advised to seek prompt medical attention when experiencing discomfort and to undergo standardized treatment under professional guidance, which helps promote recovery.

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