Panic Disorder

Domestic and international clinical studies have reported that a modified version of the herbal medicine Ondamtang, which resolves phlegm and stabilizes the mind, significantly lowers the Panic Disorder Symptom Scale (PDSS) and alleviates anticipatory anxiety. Acupuncture treatment utilizes chest stabilizing acupoints such as the inner wrist (PC6) and Danjung (CV17) to restore autonomic nervous system balance, and improvements in heart rate variability (HRV) have been confirmed. When combined with SSRIs, it helps maintain therapeutic effects while reducing the drug dosage. However, in cases accompanied by severe panic or agoraphobia, combining it with Western medical treatment is the priority. At Dongjedang Korean Medicine Clinic, we combine herbal medicines that simultaneously stabilize the heart and gallbladder with those that strengthen the heart and spleen according to the differential diagnosis. During acupuncture treatment, chest tension is relaxed using the inner wrist and Danjung points, and the frequency of attacks is reduced through acupoints that calm the mind and body, as well as stabilizing points on the crown of the head.