CLINICAL APPLICATIONS * Osteoporosis with decreased bone strength, mass, and density * Individuals with risk factors of osteoporosis, such as menopause, old age, and use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs * Maintenance for healthy and strong bones * Soreness, weakness and pain in the bones, lower back and knees * Inability to stand for a prolonged period of time * Pain or soreness that is aggravated by weight-bearing activities * Recovery from bone fracture and broken bones WESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS * Osteogenic effect to stimulate osteoblast proliferation and differentiation * Osteoprotective effect to prevent and treat osteoporosis * Increases absorption and utilization of calcium * Increases bone mass and density * Angiogenic effect to stimulate blood vessel formation, invigorate blood circulation, facilitate wound healing, enhance tissue regeneration, and facilitate healing of bone fractures CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS * Replenishes Kidney jing (essence) * Tonifies Kidney yang and yin * Tonifies qi and blood