Hip Pain

In cases of hip impingement syndrome or a cleft lip, movements that deeply flex the hip—squatting, sitting cross-legged, or climbing stairs one step at a time—cause impingement and worsen pain. For osteoarthritis, walking for long periods, climbing inclines, and lifting weights increase pressure on the cartilage. Bursitis is aggravated by sleeping on your side for a long time, sitting on the edge of a chair, or standing on one leg for an extended period. Due to the characteristics of Dong-gu, Incheon, caution is also required in an environment with many sloping alleys and stairs. Perspective of a Korean Medicine Clinic In Korean medicine, the stagnation of Qi and blood flow caused by maintaining the same posture for a long time is considered "Qi stagnation." Sitting for extended periods compresses the outer buttocks and side thighs, hindering circulation. Furthermore, prolonged exposure to cold floors or cold air allows cold energy to seep into the joints, hardening Qi and blood and causing aching pain. At Dongjedang, we carefully examine the patient's lifestyle posture during consultations and combine acupuncture treatment with posture correction to ensure smooth circulation. To maintain the effectiveness of the treatment, eliminating triggering factors in daily life is just as important as the Korean medicine treatment itself.