Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution... – Containing or obtained from commiphora
Reexamination Certificate
2001-02-15
2003-08-19
Lankford, Jr., Leon B. (Department: 2652)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution...
Containing or obtained from commiphora
C424S725000, C424S739000, C424S756000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06607756
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention (Technical Field)
The present invention is directed to an herbal compound and method of administration. More particularly, the present invention is directed to an herbal compound and method of administration that aids in the relief of symptoms caused by edema, cyanosis, blood stasis, and neuropathy.
2. Background Art
Many people, especially elderly people, suffer from medical conditions that limit or decrease the blood flow throughout their bodies. These conditions can result in various medical states such as edema (an accumulation of an excessive amount of watery fluids in cells, tissues, or serous cavities), cyanosis (blue or purple coloration of the skin and mucous membrane due to deficient oxygenation of the blood), blood stasis (pooling of blood due to lack of blood flow), neuropathy, and other similar medical conditions.
These medical conditions can frequently be treated by conventional medical procedures and drugs. However, many people find the medical procedures to be invasive and suffer undesirable side effects from the drugs. Others find that the medical procedures and drugs do not cure, or even alleviate, their conditions. These people seek alternatives to conventional modem medicine for their treatment.
Often treatment for the conditions mentioned above involves various forms of massage therapy. This therapy is designed to increase blood flow throughout the body, and sometimes specifically to aid in the drainage of lymph fluid and other edematous accumulations. To assist with massage therapy, therapists typically use a variety of ointments, lotions, and oils. These lotions and oils can differ greatly in their therapeutic value. For patients suffering from edema and the like, an oil which assists their therapist by increasing blood flow would become a valuable tool in conquering or at least alleviating their symptoms. Additionally, individuals can treat themselves with various forms of massage therapy.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION (DISCLOSURE OF THE INVENTION)
A new herbal composition and method of administration that aids in the relief of symptoms caused by edema, cyanosis, blood stasis, and neuropathy is disclosed. The herbal composition of the present invention includes cayenne extract, myrrh essential oil, frankincense essential oil, cinnamon essential oil, ginger essential oil, powdered saffron and a carrier oil. This carrier oil is preferably safflower oil. In a preferred embodiment, the herbal composition is a liquid which is applied to the exterior surfaces of the human body. On the limbs, the herbal composition is applied with massage strokes in the direction of heart, while on the trunk, the herbal composition may be applied with widening spiral massage strokes over the area to be treated.
A primary object of the present invention is to provide a composition and method for the treatment of edema, cyanosis and other conditions associated with diminished blood flow.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a method of administration of an oil-based herbal composition for treatment of edema, cyanosis and other conditions associated with diminished blood flow, in which method the oil based herbal composition is applied to extremities by massage strokes, with the strokes in the direction of the heart, with the venous flow, and is applied to the trunk and other body parts in widening spiral massage strokes, centered on the area to be treated.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a herbal composition which has safflower oil as the oil-based carrier, and includes one or more of cayenne extract, myrrh essential oil, frankincense essential oil, cinnamon essential oil, ginger essential oil, and powdered saffron.
A primary advantage of the present invention is that it provides relief from edema, varicose veins, cyanosis, and other conditions and symptoms associated with poor circulation or diminished blood flow by means of an extemally-applied, oil-based herbal composition. Because the compound is not ingested, it need not undergo metabolism by the liver. As a result, the dangers posed by interaction with oral medications the patient may be taking are greatly decreased or eliminated.
Other objects, advantages and novel features, and further scope of applicability of the present invention will be set forth in part in the detailed description to follow, and in part will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon examination of the following, or may be learned by practice of the invention. The objects and advantages of the invention may be realized and attained by means of the instrumentalities and combinations particularly pointed out in the appended claims.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
(BEST MODES FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION)
While the making and using of the various embodiments of the present invention are discussed in detail below, it should be appreciated that the present invention provides many applicable inventive concepts that can be embodied in a wider variety of specific contexts. Specific embodiments discussed herein are merely illustrative of specific ways to make and use the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention.
The present invention is directed to an herbal composition and method of application that aids in the relief of symptoms caused by edema, cyanosis, blood stasis, neuropathy and related or similar conditions. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the herbal composition includes cayenne extract (capsicum), myrrh, frankincense, cinnamon, ginger, saffron and a carrier oil. The myrrh, frankincense, cinnamon, and ginger are in their essential oil forms. The saffron is in a finely powdered form. The carrier oil is preferably safflower oil, although other similar oils may be used.
Cayenne extract, also known as capsicum (Capsicum spp.) part of the Solanaceae family, is alterative, stimulating and a tonic. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, an extract that is 95 percent grain alcohol is used. Cayenne stimulates blood flow. Cayenne is also reported to increase the power of other herbs by acting as a catalyst therefor, and thereby acting to increase their effectiveness. Cayenne is high in vitamin A, B-complex, C, iron and calcium. In the present invention, cayenne serves to increase blood flow and alleviate pain. By this action, it helps to drain pooled blood, eliminating blood stasis and stimulating lymph drainage while it decreases associated pain. When the compound is applied topically, the cayenne acts in these capacities.
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) is an aromatic resin that has been considered an important healing agent, having been used for many years as an astringent for sore gums and gingivitis, a stimulant, and an antispasmodic. In the present invention, myrrh is used in its essential oil form. The myrrh is used for its circulatory stimulating powers in the present invention
Frankincense (Olibanum) is an aromatic that has been considered an important agent in the treatment of various forms of pain. Frankincense has a pungent-warm stimulant effect when applied to the body thus making it effective in the treatment of diminished blood flow to which the present invention is directed.
Cinnamon (Cortex Cinnamoni Cassiae) is an aromatic, astringent, and stimulant. In its essential oil form, as used in the present invention, cinnamon is also a septic, antifungal, antiviral, bactericidal, and larvicidal. Cinnamon is high in potassium and vitamin A. The essential oils of cinnamon can be made from the leaves, bark, stems, or roots. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the essential oil is made from the best quality cinnamon bark, which is commonly thick. In the present invention, cinnamon bark oil is used because of its natural assistance with cardiovascular and circulatory blood flow.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale, part of the Zingiberaceae family) is antispasmodic, diaphoretic, rubefacient, and stimulant. In a preferred embodiment, the essential oil is used. In the present invention, ginger is used for its stimulating propert
Coe Susan D
Lankford , Jr. Leon B.
Slusher Stephen A.
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