Q What kind of treatment do you receive in the first stage when you first receive treatment for myofascial pain syndrome at a Korean medicine clinic?
A During the initial consultation, trigger points and the state of the meridians are identified through a detailed medical history taking regarding the location of pain, occupational environment, and duration of onset. The first treatment typically begins with acupuncture to release tension in active trigger points and open up the circulation of Qi and blood. Depending on the condition, moxibustion, pharmacopuncture, and cupping may be applied together from the beginning.
Detailed Answer
In the initial Korean medical consultation, the overall state of Qi and blood is assessed through the pulse and the condition of the tongue. The direction of the initial treatment varies depending on whether the Qi is blocked due to stress, whether blood stasis has accumulated in the stomach due to a deficiency of Qi and blood, or whether the underlying cause is the invasion of cold and damp Qi. Based on these diagnostic results, Dongjedang determines the selection of acupuncture points and stimulation methods, and clearly explains to the patient the direction in which the focus should be on during the first two weeks. If the goals and direction are clear from the start, it becomes easier to monitor changes during treatment together.
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