Evidence supporting the use of: Chinese mugwort
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chinese mugwort (Artemisia argyi), known as "Ai Ye" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has a long history of use for gynecological conditions, including afterbirth pain (postpartum uterine pain). In TCM, afterbirth pain is often attributed to cold, blood stasis, or deficiency in the uterus. Mugwort is believed to warm the meridians, stop bleeding, and disperse cold, thus alleviating pain. It is commonly used in decoctions, poultices, or in moxibustion—a technique where mugwort leaves are burned near the skin at specific acupuncture points. The historical and traditional basis for its use is well-documented in classic TCM texts such as the "Compendium of Materia Medica" and "Shennong Bencao Jing." However, scientific studies focusing specifically on Chinese mugwort for afterbirth pain are limited. While some pharmacological studies suggest mugwort has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, these findings are mostly based on animal models or in vitro experiments, and they do not directly assess postpartum pain. Overall, the use of Chinese mugwort for afterbirth pain is primarily justified by tradition, with limited scientific validation. The evidence rating is 2, reflecting strong historical use but only preliminary scientific support for its mechanisms and efficacy in this specific context.

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