Q What treatment follows once the condition has improved to a certain extent?
A Once symptoms stabilize, we move on to a stage where we use needle acupuncture to release adhesions around the joints and strengthen ligaments. We then shift to a focus on internal treatment using herbal medicine to restore the functions of the spleen, kidneys, and liver to prevent recurrence, gradually increasing the intervals between treatments.
Detailed Answer
During the stabilization phase (4–12 weeks), needle acupuncture is used to separate adhesive tissues around the joints and promote the regeneration of ligaments and tendons. Thread embedding is used to maintain continuous acupoint stimulation, while herbal medicine focuses on restoring organ function and stabilizing immunity. Ultrasound-guided pharmacopuncture is also used to enhance precise anti-inflammatory effects within the joint cavity.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
The stabilization phase is a stage where the energy of the disease penetrates deep into the body and confronts the body's natural healing power. During this period, the key is to faithfully restore the three functions responsible for digestion, energy storage, and detoxification, rather than simply suppressing pain. At Dongjedang, we create an environment where the joints can heal themselves by using acupuncture needles to release adhesions in hardened tendons and muscles, while replenishing weakened functions and vital energy with herbal medicine. Thoroughly undergoing this process is essential to reduce the risk of recurrence.
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