Q I recently received a steroid injection in my buttocks. Is it okay to receive Oriental medicine treatment immediately afterward?
A It is safe to allow a gap between treatments on the same area immediately after an injection. Treatment to strengthen the ligaments usually begins after about 1 to 2 weeks, once inflammation has subsided.
Detailed Answer
Applying strong stimulation to the same area immediately after a steroid injection can burden the tissue, so treatments are typically performed with a 1 to 2-week interval. In the meantime, you can start with acupuncture treatment that avoids strenuous areas, or by managing the muscles on the opposite side or surrounding areas.
Oriental Medicine Clinic Perspective
Dongjedang adjusts the treatment area and intensity after confirming the timing and frequency of injections. The goal is to strengthen weakened ligaments while the injection temporarily suppresses pain, aiming for a state where repeated reliance on injections is no longer necessary.
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