JCNRJournal of Clinical and Nursing Research2208-36852208-3693Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/jcnr.v8i12.9055ArticleThe Development, Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine Medicated Bathshttps://artdesignp.com/journal/JCNR/8/12/10.26689/jcnr.v8i12.9055CuiLiuna20258122025-01-03The traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) medicated bath, as an essential component of TCM therapy, possesses profound historical significance and broad application prospects. This article focuses on the research and development of the TCM medicated bath. As a form of external treatment within TCM, the medicated bath demonstrates unique efficacy and wide applicability, offering significant advantages in health management, disease prevention, and treatment. This paper analyzes the historical origins, mechanisms of action, development, clinical applications, and existing challenges of medicated baths from various perspectives. Finally, it explores future directions for TCM medicated baths, emphasizing the need for strengthened multidisciplinary cooperation, foundational research, and clinical studies to foster innovation and development. This approach aims to provide safer and more effective therapeutic options for human health.

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