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Sleep Disorders
Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMD
Medically Reviewed
동제당한의원·Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
#Treatment Stages

Q In what order is sleep disorder treatment conducted? I am curious whether taking herbal medicine alone is sufficient, or if acupuncture must also be performed.

A The process proceeds in the following order: Stage 1: Initiation of herbal medicine prescription following differential diagnosis → Stage 2: Concurrent acupuncture treatment (autonomic nervous system regulation) → Stage 3: Guidance on sleep hygiene correction → Stage 4: Prescription adjustment after symptom stabilization.

Detailed Answer

Dongjedang's sleep disorder treatment proceeds in four main stages. In Stage 1, we differentiate the type of condition—such as Heart-Gallbladder Deficiency and Fear, Heart-Spleen Yang Deficiency, or Heart-Kidney Disorder—and prescribe customized herbal medicine. In Stage 2, acupuncture treatment is combined to regulate the autonomic nervous system and help relieve tension before bedtime. Acupoints on the wrist, inner ankle, and inner wrist are primarily used. In Stage 3, we provide guidance on sleep hygiene correction—fixing bedtime, blocking screens, and improving the bedroom environment—tailored to the individual's lifestyle patterns. Once sleep stabilizes at Stage 4, the goal is to gradually reduce the prescription to achieve independence in natural sleep. While herbal medicine alone can be effective in some cases, combining it with acupuncture and lifestyle modifications accelerates the recovery process. For those with busy schedules who find it difficult to visit frequently, a treatment plan can be established focusing on herbal medicine, whereas for those who prefer acupuncture, visits can be scheduled 2 to 3 times a week.

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동제당한의원 Care

Sleep Disorders is not just a simple symptom

Korean medicine that considers both your constitution and lifestyle rhythm treats the root cause.

From consultation to precise treatment, we provide personalized care.

Herbal-Centered Treatment

Prescriptions tailored to your constitution and symptoms treat the root cause

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The director personally sees you from first to follow-up visits

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We identify the essence through Sasang constitution, pulse and abdominal diagnosis

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