Heat-Cold Imbalance

Heat-cold imbalance is a circulation imbalance in which heat concentrates in the upper body while the lower body turns cold. Facial flushing, a sensation of heat, chest tightness, and headaches appear above, while the hands, feet, and lower abdomen feel cold and chilled at the same time. It is often related to menopausal hormonal changes, chronic stress, and poor circulation. If the sensation of rising heat is strong, it is worth first ruling out other causes such as hyperthyroidism.

Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective

In Korean medicine, we view this state as one where the heat that has risen cannot come back down, and the lower body cannot be warmed, so the circulation between the upper and lower body falls out of step. Treatment focuses on bringing the risen heat back down and warming the lower body, restoring an even balance so that heat and energy circulate evenly between top and bottom.