Q Do symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder actually decrease with traditional Korean medicine treatment?
A Yes. Herbal medicine and acupuncture treatments that correct the constitution of Heart-Spleen Yang Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation help alleviate the intensity of anxiety and the frequency of obsessive-compulsive thoughts.
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Evidence of Oriental Medicine Treatment
At Dongjedang, we identify obsessive-compulsive disorder as a complex condition involving both heart-spleen yang deficiency and liver qi stagnation, and apply a treatment method that soothes the liver and strengthens the spleen.
- Herbal medicine series that relieves stuffiness by improving qi circulation — Relieves liver stagnation and lowers heat to alleviate emotional instability and repetitive thoughts.
- Herbal medicine series that nourishes both the mind and spleen and stomach — Replenishes spleen qi and heart blood to prevent excessive depletion of the mind and body.
- Acupuncture Treatment (Wrist area, inner wrist, crown area) — Rapidly reduces acute anxiety reactions by stimulating mind-body calming acupoints.
When combined with Western SSRIs and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mutual complementary effects can be expected, and Dongincheon Dongjedang recommends consultation with the Department of Psychiatry.
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