It is essential that instructors and owners of martial arts schools be trained in traditional first aid as well as the Kenpo Healing Arts. In addition, knowledge of the use of essential Chinese Herbs and Tonics is very useful for aiding in the treatment and healing of injuries commonly sustained in learning and training in the art of Kenpo. The recommended uses of these healing aids is in no way meant to be a substitute for qualified professional medical treatment. In the case of traumatic or chronic health problems the treatment of a qualified professional health practitioner should be sought.

Yuk Jow Dit Da Jow

Known to the Chinese as "Iron Strike Wine". Dit Da Jow is an all purpose injury liniment that is applied directly to the afflicted area. The liniment is then rubbed into the injured site using a clockwise motion with the fingertips or palm of the hand. The liniment will help to breakup hematoma (bruising), stagnated blood, promote lymphatic drainage and help to breakdown connective tissue adhesions that interfere with normal healing and the flow of chi through the body.

Zheng is a strong pain killer that also dispels blood and invigorates the chi. Zheng should be rubbed on lightly with the fingertips or with a gauze pad. A vigorous massage should not be used for application. Zheng is appropriate for a wide variety of traumatic injury such as bruising, contusions, sprains and torn muscles that often accompanies training, particularly sparring. Zheng will kill pain, relax muscles and tendons and aid in healing. Do not get into eyes or near genitals. Wash hands thoroughly after use. Do not apply to open wounds.

Used to stop bleeding. Clean the bleeding wound and apply the powder directly into the wound. Bandage afterwards. In cases of deep or large wounds, squeeze the wound closed and pour the powder directly onto the wound, then hold the wound closed for two to three minutes. Bandage.

Excellent for contusions and bruises due to traumatic injury such as that sustained in sparring. Apply directly to affected site using a vigorous massage in a clockwise motion. If the affected area is to sensitive for touch, apply gently to site and massage around the site. Aids in minimizing bruising and in promoting healing. Can be taken in small amounts (2 to 3 drops from the finger) to dispel pain of sore throat, cold sores or toothache. Apply two to three times per day. Do not get into eyes or apply to open wounds.

Excellent continual release of healing herbal compound to traumatic injury site. Promotes circulation of the blood, aids in healing and kills pain. The medicated plaster is adhesive and should be cut to size, applied directly to the injury and left on for up to twenty-four hours. Do not apply to open wound.

Medical plaster for deep trauma. Use in same method as Medical Plaster. Excellent for deep, soft tissue trauma accompanied by a bone break or fracture. Not for people with sensitive skin. Can cause a burning sensation.