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Chinese Silkvine (Periploca sepium, also known as "Qi She Teng" in traditional Chinese medicine) has a long history of use in East Asian herbal practices. Traditionally, it is prized for its properties to "dispel wind-dampness," "unblock channels," and "relax the tendons," which are concepts rooted in the traditional Chinese medical system. Headaches, particularly those associated with tension, are sometimes viewed within this framework as being due to impeded flow in the body's meridians or channels. Thus, Chinese Silkvine is sometimes recommended in multi-herb formulas aimed at addressing pain, stiffness, or headaches—especially when these are attributed to musculoskeletal tension or rheumatic conditions.

However, direct evidence—either clinical or preclinical—supporting the use of Chinese Silkvine specifically for tension headaches is minimal. There is little published modern scientific research examining its efficacy for headache relief, and most references to its use in this context are grounded in traditional application rather than rigorous clinical validation. The limited available evidence suggests some anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in laboratory settings, but these findings have not been directly linked to headache treatment in human studies. Therefore, the rationale for its use for tension headaches is primarily traditional, with scientific support currently lacking.

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