The Bone-Setter's Liniment, Restored

Evil Bone Water is Saint Apothecary's hand-crafted Zheng Gu Shui (正骨水 zhèng gǔ shuǐ) — literally "bone-setting water." The formula comes from the martial-arts schools, where bone-setters kept a bottle on hand for the bumps, strains and bruises of hard training.

Kung Fu schools once guarded formulas like this as closely held secrets. When mass production arrived in the 20th century, quality dropped and the most potent herbs were quietly removed. Saint Apothecary restored the original standards — sourcing top-grade herbs and bringing the full formula back.

At Crawford Wellness, it's one of the liniments our licensed acupuncturists recommend most.

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Who Reaches for Evil Bone Water

• Martial artists and athletes — after training or competition
• Desk and trade workers — neck, shoulders and low back at the end of the day
• Gardeners and hikers — hands and knees after hard use
• Before activity — as a warming rub for stiff areas
• Bumps and bruises — the bone-setters' original use
• In a foot soak — add a splash to a Tibetan Foot Soak

How It Feels and How to Use It

Spray or rub onto the skin and let it dry. The 190-proof grain alcohol base carries the herbs in quickly: most people feel cooling first, then a spreading warmth within minutes. In traditional Chinese medicine, the formula is said to move blood, dispel wind-damp and break stagnation.

An Independent Comparison

See how Evil Bone Water compares with other liniments and rubs in this independent review:

Ingredients and Their Traditional Roles

• Tian Qi / San Qi (notoginseng, Yunnan province) — a mainstay of classical bone-setting formulas, used in Chinese medicine to move blood.
• Gui Pi / Cinnamon Bark (30-year-old trees, Guanzhong mountains) — warms the channels and dispels cold-damp.
• Zhang Nao / Camphor (wild-sourced, Southeast Asia) — cooling or heating depending on friction; in Chinese medicine it moves blood and expels wind-damp.
• Bo He Nao / Menthol (natural crystal form) — cools and vents; responsible for the first cooling sensation.
• Hu Zhang / Japanese Knotweed — moves blood, dispels dampness and clears heat.
• E Zhu / Zedoary (ginger family) — breaks blood stasis and promotes movement.
• Bai Zhi / Angelica Dahurica — expels wind and dampness; a staple of classical external formulas.
• Ji Gu Xiang / Croton — a rare herb traditionally used to support circulation.
• Qian Jin Ba / Flemingia Root — dispels damp and warms the channels.
• Bai Niu Dan / Elecampane (wild-crafted in the Tibetan mountains, sustainably sourced) — extremely rare and nearly impossible to source in the U.S.
• Grain alcohol (190 proof) — the carrier.
• Water (UV sterilized, carbon filtered).

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For external use only. Keep away from eyes, mucous membranes and broken skin. If you are pregnant or managing a health condition, ask your practitioner before use. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Chronic Pain Relief Patches 

Ao Yi Pain Relief Patches

Ao Yi Pain Relief Patches (pronounced "Ow-weeee") are rooted in the centuries-old healing traditions of the Gui Zhou Miao people of China — a minority culture renowned for their sophisticated botanical medicine. These reusable herbal patches deliver concentrated plant medicine directly through the skin, targeting pain at its source or through major acupuncture points along the body’s meridian channels.

At Crawford Wellness, we recommend Ao Yi patches as a powerful, drug-free tool for patients managing chronic pain, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, arthritis, and complex chronic illness — conditions where systemic inflammation and stagnation are at the root.

Who Ao Yi Patches Are For

These patches are especially effective for those living with:

• Fibromyalgia — widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points
• Peripheral neuropathy — nerve pain, burning, and tingling
• Arthritis & joint inflammation — osteoarthritis and rheumatoid patterns
• Chronic low back, neck, and shoulder pain
• Tendinopathy & repetitive strain injuries
• Post-surgical pain — including systemic pain relief via acupuncture points (see testimonial below)
• Autoimmune-related pain — inflammation and joint involvement
• Muscle soreness and tension from chronic fatigue or overexertion

Why Ao Yi Patches Work

Unlike conventional pain patches that rely on a single synthetic compound, Ao Yi patches contain 19 synergistic herbal ingredients that work together to move blood, dispel wind-damp, break stagnation, and strengthen the underlying tissues — addressing the root patterns of chronic pain rather than just numbing the surface.

Applied directly to a painful area or to key acupuncture points, these patches can produce both local and systemic effects — a unique advantage of TCM-based topical therapy.

Key Benefits

• Fast-acting relief — soothing effects felt within minutes of application
• Reusable & long-lasting — each patch provides up to 30 hours of total use (4 hours per session)
• All-natural ingredients — no synthetic chemicals, safe and gentle on skin
• Dual application — use directly on pain sites or on acupuncture points for systemic effect
• Portable & convenient — use at home, work, or while traveling
• Affordable — 10 reusable patches for just $39

Real World Results

“After surgery, swallowing was uncomfortable. Two patches on KI1 made a real difference for me. By Day 2, I used these exclusively. They seem to work well beyond the spot where you place them.”

KI1 (Yongquan) — the sole of the foot — is one of the most powerful acupuncture points for drawing excess energy downward and producing systemic pain relief.

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How to Use

1. Remove the colorful sticky backing and the inner peel from the herb paste.
2. Apply the patch directly to the area of pain or to major acupuncture points on associated channels.
3. Leave on for up to 4 hours at a time.
4. Reuse the same patch as needed for a total of up to 30 hours.

Ingredients & TCM Functions

⚠️ For external use only. Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, have sensitive skin, open wounds, or are managing a complex chronic condition.

A Gentle Herbal Salve for Sensitive People

Corydalis Relief Salve is a traditional herbal salve built around Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis), one of the most widely used herbs in Chinese medicine, blended with resins and botanical oils and made to be rubbed in where you need it. We added Copaiba, a warm, resinous Amazonian oil, to our classic formula. Available in jar, stick, and travel size.

Gentle by Design

Most rubs announce themselves with a strong medicinal smell, a burning heat, or an icy chill. This one doesn't. Corydalis Relief Salve has a soft, mild scent and no heating or cooling sensation, so you can put it on before work, before bed, or around other people without anyone noticing. It's a good fit for people who find menthol, camphor, or capsaicin rubs too much.

Who It's For

• People who are sensitive to strong smells or to hot and cold rubs
• Tired, achy muscles and stiff joints after a long day or a workout
• Backs, necks, and shoulders that carry tension
• Anyone who wants a traditional herbal topical as part of a daily self-care routine

How to Use

Massage a small amount into the area until absorbed. Use as often as needed. For external use only.

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Ingredients

• Yan Hu Suo / Corydalis — the chief herb of the formula and a staple of Chinese herbal tradition
• Copaiba — a warm, resinous oil from Amazonian trees
• Ru Xiang / Frankincense — a classic resin in traditional Chinese topical formulas
• Mo Yao / Myrrh — traditionally paired with Frankincense
• Lavender — a soft, calming aroma
• Arnica — a long-standing favorite in European topical herbalism
• Palmarosa — a gentle, lightly floral essential oil
• Shea Butter — a moisturizing base that leaves skin soft
• Vitamin E Oil — a skin-conditioning antioxidant
• Beeswax — gives the salve its smooth texture
• Coconut Oil — a light carrier oil

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For external use only. Do not apply to broken skin. Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant or have sensitive skin.

These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Deep Healing from the Ground Up

Used for centuries in Chinese and Tibetan medicine, Tibetan Foot Soaks are far more than a relaxing ritual. The feet contain dense networks of nerve endings and blood vessels that connect directly to the brain and every major organ system. Soaking in a potent herbal bath stimulates deep regenerative processes that support the nervous system, improve circulation, and help the body begin to unwind chronic pain patterns from the inside out.

At Crawford Wellness, Tibetan Foot Soaks are an integral part of our treatment protocols for fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, and complex chronic illness — conditions where systemic circulation, nerve health, and inflammation are all factors.

Who Tibetan Foot Soaks Are For

Traditionally used for relief from:

• Peripheral neuropathy — nerve pain, burning, and tingling in the feet and legs
• Fibromyalgia pain — widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue
• Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) — supports energy restoration and nervous system regulation
• Chronic Lyme disease — part of integrative detox and circulation support protocols
• Autoimmune conditions — reduces systemic inflammation and supports immune balance
• Lower body pain — arthritis and arthralgias of the feet, ankles, knees, hips, and low back
• Menstrual pain — moves blood and relieves pelvic stagnation
• Migraines and headaches — drawing circulation downward helps relieve pressure in the head
• Lingering pain from old, deep injuries — penetrates tissue to resolve stubborn stagnation

Why This Formula Is Different

This is the best quality Tibetan Foot Soak available. Botanical Biohacking sources these herbs through direct relationships with wild-crafters in Tibet and high-altitude growing regions — no middlemen, no compromises. The formula is enriched with Tibetan Ka Ru Cha salt (Halite Violaceous), a rare purple mineral salt that delivers not just volatile herbal oils but the full mineral profile of a high-mountain hot spring: sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, sulfur, and dozens of trace elements.

The result is a soak that is noticeably tingly — a sign the herbs are working.

Ingredient Quality — Sourced from the Source

See exactly where these herbs come from and why sourcing quality matters for chronic illness healing:

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Du Yi Wei (Herba Lamiophlomis Rotata) — invigorates blood, reduces swelling, stops pain; a Tibetan alpine herb used for trauma and chronic pain
• Hong Jing Tian (Rhodiola Tibetica) — adaptogen; combats fatigue, supports oxygen utilization and stress resilience
• Hong Hua (Real Saffron / Carthamus) — moves blood, breaks stagnation, relieves pain and menstrual discomfort
• Qiang Huo (Notopterygii Rhizoma) — expels wind-cold-damp, relieves pain in the upper and lower body, especially the back and joints
• Zang Chang Pu (Acori Calami Rhizoma) — opens the orifices, calms the mind, transforms dampness; supports neurological clarity
• Ku Shen (Radix Sophorae Flavescentis) — clears heat, dries dampness, relieves itching and skin inflammation
• Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) — warms the channels, dispels cold, improves circulation throughout the body
• Ai Ye (Mugwort Leaf) — warms the meridians, stops pain, supports uterine and pelvic health
• Ka Ru Cha (Tibetan Purple Salt / Halite Violaceous) — rare high-altitude mineral salt; delivers potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, and trace elements for deep mineral absorption

How to Prepare Your Foot Soak

Place 1–3 sachets into a basin and add 5–8 cups of boiling water. Steep and allow to cool to approximately 105°F (40°C). Soak your feet for 20–30 minutes, adding hot water as needed to maintain temperature.

Using Foot Soaks for Migraines & Headaches

One of the lesser-known but highly effective uses of Tibetan Foot Soaks is for migraines and chronic headaches. By drawing circulation and qi downward toward the feet, the soak helps relieve the excess pressure and heat that accumulates in the head during a migraine. Many patients report significant relief when soaking at the onset of a migraine episode.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep sealed after opening
• Keep out of reach of children
• Shelf life: 3 years

⚠️ Precautions — Please Read Before Use

• For external use only
• Avoid if you have open wounds, bleeding disorders, active infection, or burns
• Do not use within 30 minutes of eating or on an empty stomach
• Avoid drafts during and after soaking
• Do not use if pregnant, or if you have metastatic cancer or conditions where moving blood is contraindicated
• Use caution with children — consult a qualified practitioner first
• Avoid during active cold, flu, or allergy flares
• Wait at least 7 days post-surgery before use
• Consult your Crawford Wellness practitioner if you are unsure whether foot soaks are appropriate for your condition