Baker's Cyst

The Korean medicine treatment schedule for a Baker's cyst is adjusted based on the size of the cyst and the severity of the underlying lesion. Intensive treatment is required during the initial acute phase (stages of rapid cyst growth or risk of rupture), while once-a-week treatment is sufficient to maintain the condition during the stabilization phase. Generally, a three-stage protocol is applied, involving an initial 4 to 6 weeks of intensive treatment followed by a transition to maintenance therapy based on progress. Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective Korean medicine treatments achieve maximum effectiveness when the cumulative effects of external treatments—such as acupuncture, moxibustion, and pharmacopuncture—are combined with the continuous constitutional correction provided by herbal medicine. Therefore, regular visits during the initial treatment period are crucial; fulfilling this schedule allows for significantly longer maintenance intervals thereafter. Dongjedang adjusts treatment cycles to accommodate working schedules and minimizes gaps in treatment by providing guidance on self-care methods (warm compresses, exercise prescriptions) during the intervals between visits.