Q How often do I need to visit for golfer's elbow treatment? As a working professional, I am pressed for time.
A In the early stages, visiting 2 to 3 times a week helps maximize treatment effectiveness. It is common practice to reduce visits to once a week once symptoms improve by more than 50%, and then transition to maintenance care once every two weeks. Since the interval is adjusted based on the response after needle acupuncture or thread lifting procedures, a treatment plan tailored to your condition can be established after the first 2 to 3 visits.
Detailed Answer
The frequency of treatment varies depending on the stage of symptoms. Acute/Subacute Phase (1–4 weeks): 2–3 times a week, mainly acupuncture and pharmacopuncture. Subacute to Chronic Phase (4–8 weeks): 1–2 times a week, including needle acupuncture and thread lifting. Maintenance Phase: Once every 2–4 weeks. Performing needle acupuncture at intervals of 1–2 weeks maximizes the tendon regeneration effect. For working professionals, evening and weekend appointments are available, so please consult with us during your first visit to determine a treatment cycle that fits your schedule. Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective Korean medical treatment proceeds in the stages of removing blood stasis, restoring Qi and blood circulation, and regenerating muscles and veins. In the early stages, visiting 2 to 3 times a week is effective because frequent stimulation is necessary to quickly relieve meridian stagnation. Once blood stasis is sufficiently resolved, recurrence can be prevented solely through constitution-strengthening herbal medicine and intermittent acupuncture, naturally reducing the frequency of visits. Concurrently taking herbal medicine during treatment helps maintain therapeutic effects even with fewer visits, making it a practical choice for working professionals.
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