活血

huóxuè
verb

Meanings

  1. 1 to improve blood circulation (TCM)
  2. 2 to promote blood flow

Examples

Hónghuā yǒu huóxuè huàyū de zuòyòng.
Safflower has the effect of promoting blood circulation and dispersing stasis.
Shuāishāng hòu kěyǐ tú diǎn huóxuè de yàogāo.
After a fall, you can apply some circulation-promoting ointment.

Tips

culture
Core TCM concept: the four-character phrase 活血 (promote circulation, dissolve stasis) is the treatment principle behind many traditional remedies for bruises, menstrual pain, and injuries.

Stroke Order

huó
xuè