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If after taking the medicine, the numbness gradually recedes but slight pain and stiffness remain, accompanied by constipation and difficult defecation, this is because Qi stagnation occurred first, followed by the generation of Wind pathogen. The medicine has expelled the Wind, but the Qi stagnation persists.

Binglang (Arecae Semen), Xiong [Chuanxiong Rhizoma]
Grind the above two herbs into fine powder in equal proportions. Mix with refined honey to form pills the size of *Wutong* seeds. Take 30 pills each time, at any time, with Ginger Decoction.

Treats Hongjiaojiao (Gouty arthritis/Foot swelling) caused by irregular Wind Qi leading to internal heat and constipation. This medicine is generally applicable, does not damage the body, promotes digestion, disperses fullness, regulates the Middle Jiao, and descends rebellious Qi; it is particularly suitable for Hongjiaojiao.

Huang Ju Pi (Exocarpium Citri Reticulatae, 4 liang), Gan Sheng Jiang (Zingiberis Rhizoma Recens/Secum, 3 liang)
Grind the above two herbs into fine powder. Simmer with half a jin (500g) of honey until it becomes a paste. Form into pills the size of *Wutong* seeds. Take 30 pills each time before meals with Ginger Decoction.

Treats Hongjiaojiao characterized by alternating cold and heat in both feet, swelling, pain, distension, muscle spasms, or flaccidity.

Naomao (Camphor, amount as needed)
Take half a liang each time. Boil in one dou (10 liters) of water for two boils. Wash the feet and knees with the decoction.

Treats Hongjiaojiao causing vomiting, hiccuping, and muscle cramps (Zhuanjin) following vomiting and diarrhea.

Mu Gua (Chaenomelis Fructus)
Take five qian of Mu Gua. Add one zhan (approx. 200ml) of water. Decoct until half remains. Strain and remove the dregs. Take warm, at any time.

Prevents the onset of Heat pathogens, descends rebellious Qi, benefits the waist and legs, and treats weakness and inability to walk.
Take the aforementioned Mu Gua, peel it, slice it, soak in hot water, add a little Ginger Juice, and submerge in a well to cool thoroughly before consumption, similar to eating fresh Mu Gua. If the taste is astringent, add a small amount of Qian Bai Shuang (Lead Carbonate - *Note: Ancient usage, toxic, not used today*); if the taste is sour, add a small amount of Honey.

Treats early-stage Hongjiaojiao where swelling and bone pain start from the feet and extend to the knees.
Take leaves of Ricinus communis (Bimazi Ye). Chop, crush, steam, and apply thinly to the affected area. Change 2-3 times daily until swelling subsides. In winter, if Bimazi leaves are unavailable, take Shuo Du (Astragalus membranaceus var. mongholicus stems/leaves - *contextual plant*), crush it, and mix with wine lees in a ratio of 3 parts Shuo Du to 1 part wine lees. Steam until cooked and hot, then apply as a compress to the swollen area as before. Change twice daily until swelling subsides. This method also treats stubborn Bi syndrome (Arthralgia).

Treats Hongjiaojiao with swelling, spasm, and redness.
Take four sheng of Shujiao (Sichuan Pepper). Boil in four dou of water until reduced to three dou. Store in a container made from an ox bladder. Apply heat underneath to keep it warm. Suspend a board as a bridge approximately two cun above the liquid surface. Place feet on the board, sit with legs supported, and wrap with cotton wool. After seven days, extension will be achieved and swelling will disappear.

Treats Hongjiaojiao Chongxin (Severe Hongjiaojiao affecting the heart/mind).
Take three liang of Fanshi (Alumen). Grind into powder. Boil in one dou five sheng of water for several boils. Soak the feet in the decoction.

Treats Hongjiaojiao.
Take ten large Fuzi (Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata). Use one dan five sheng of Chi Xiaodou (Adzuki Bean) and three dou of water. Slowly boil together with Fuzi until the water is completely evaporated. Remove the Fuzi, discard the skin and navel, cut into cross-shaped pieces. Wutong [Seed/Wood - *Text cuts off here*]