Achilles Tendinitis

Chronic Achilles tendinopathy is a condition in which the collagen structure within the tendon is disorderly degenerated, making it difficult to improve with simple anti-inflammatory treatment. At this stage, regenerative stimulation therapy is required to stimulate the tendon tissue and induce new collagen synthesis. Treatment proceeds in stages by combining Hwachim (activation of heat shock proteins through dry heat stimulation), Maeseon (collagen remodeling through continuous stimulation), and Dochim (adhesion release and blood flow restoration). From the perspective of a Korean medicine clinic, chronic tendinopathy is a condition in which blood stasis becomes fixed due to the prolonged imbalance of kidney deficiency and muscle and pulse excess yang. At this stage, hardened blood stasis is released using acupuncture and Dochim, and Yang energy is injected using Hwachim to reignite the natural healing response of the tendon tissue. Maeseon induces collagen rearrangement by providing continuous stimulation as biodegradable threads decompose over several months. At Dongjedang, we adjust the treatment schedule to suit the chronic stage and create an environment for internal regeneration by replenishing kidney and liver vital energy with herbal medicine tailored to the individual's constitution.