Achilles Tendinitis

Among the herbal ingredients used for musculoskeletal disorders, pharmacological actions such as anti-inflammation, improved blood circulation, and osteoblast activation have been confirmed by numerous studies regarding safflower, Achyranthes root, and Eucommia bark. Because tendon tissues have a limited blood vessel distribution, improving systemic blood flow directly influences local recovery. Herbal medicine nourishes tendons and ligaments through this systemic circulatory pathway and improves the environment of dampness and blood stasis that causes chronic inflammation. Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective Dongjedang's approach to internal treatment is not merely anti-inflammatory; it focuses on detoxification and reinforcement to clear blood stasis and dampness from the body while nourishing kidney and liver functions. For the differentiation of Kidney Deficiency, Muscle Pulse Excess, and Yang, we formulate prescriptions tailored to the individual's constitution to replenish the vital energy of the kidneys and liver; for the differentiation of Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis, we formulate prescriptions to open up Qi and blood circulation. When combined with external treatments (straight needle acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, and fire acupuncture), the synergy between local regenerative stimulation and systemic recovery results in higher efficacy compared to single treatments. Since the herbal medicine prescription is tailored to the individual's constitution, a decision must be made after a medical consultation.