3Gu Sui Bu - Drynaria wortelstok - Rhizoma Drynariae

Gu Sui Bu (Drynaria Rhizome) is a warm, bitter herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) known for strengthening bones, healing fractures, and tonifying the Kidneys. It comes from the rhizome of Drynaria fortunei and has been used for centuries to speed the recovery of injuries, especially fractures, sprains, and ligament damage. Gu Sui Bu’s name translates to “Mend Broken Bones,” reflecting its strong reputation in trauma recovery. It also supports bone density, strengthens tendons, and addresses weakness in the lower back and knees caused by Kidney deficiency.

Functies en voordelen

Strengthens Bones and Heals Fractures
Promotes the repair of broken bones, sprains, and ligament injuries.

Tonifies Kidneys and Strengthens Tendons
Addresses weakness in the lower back, knees, and joints due to deficiency.

Promotes Circulation in Trauma
Activates blood flow to aid recovery from swelling, bruising, and pain.

Prevents Bone Loss in Deficiency Conditions
Supports bone density in cases of aging or chronic weakness.

Indicaties (wie kan er baat bij hebben?)
✔ Individuals recovering from fractures, sprains, or tendon injuries.
✔ People with chronic lower back or knee weakness.
✔ Those with osteoporosis or bone weakness from aging.
✔ Patients with ligament laxity or post-injury stiffness.

Diagnose van tong en pols in TCM
Tongue: Pale in deficiency cases, or with slight purple tinge if blood stasis is present.
Pulse: Deep and weak in deficiency; choppy if trauma-related stasis exists.

Verwante TCM-patronen
Kidney Deficiency Affecting Bones – Causes weakness and poor healing.
Blood Stasis from Trauma – Produces swelling, pain, and bruising.
Deficiency Cold in the Lower Back and Knees – Leads to weakness and discomfort.

Klinische toepassingen (alleen ter referentie)
Fracture Recovery – Speeds bone healing and restores strength.
Chronic Joint Weakness – Strengthens tendons and ligaments.
Post-Trauma Stiffness – Improves mobility and reduces swelling.
Osteoporosis Support – Maintains bone density and prevents further loss.

Common Herbal Formulas with Gu Sui Bu
Often combined with Xu Duan and Du Zhong for bone and tendon health, or with Hong Hua and Tao Ren to address blood stasis after injury.

Voorzorgsmaatregelen en contra-indicaties
Avoid during early stages of acute fractures with significant swelling before blood stasis has been cleared.
Not suitable for heat conditions without deficiency.
Voorzichtig gebruiken tijdens de zwangerschap.

Aanbevelingen voor levensstijl en dieet
✔ Eat bone-supporting foods such as black sesame seeds, walnuts, and bone broth.
✔ Avoid excessive strain on healing bones and joints.
✔ Engage in gentle weight-bearing exercises when recovery allows.
✔ Ensure adequate rest and warmth to support Kidney energy.

Conclusie
Gu Sui Bu (Drynaria Rhizome) is a warm, bitter herb in TCM that strengthens bones, heals fractures, tonifies the Kidneys, and promotes recovery from injury. It is especially valuable for bone and tendon health, making it a key herb for trauma recovery and long-term structural support.