Achilles Tendinitis

The frequency of Korean medicine treatment for Achilles tendonitis is divided into the acute phase (2–3 times a week) and the recovery and strengthening phase (once a week). Intensive treatment in the early stages can prevent chronicity and shorten the total treatment period. For treatments that involve a tissue response following stimulation, such as needle acupuncture or thread lifting, it is important to maintain appropriate intervals rather than performing the procedure too frequently. We adjust the frequency of visits while periodically checking the condition of the tendon using ultrasound. At Dongjedang, we evaluate the condition of the tendon during the initial consultation and provide a treatment roadmap. The process is divided into three stages: Stage 1 (Acute Sedation, 2–3 weeks), Stage 2 (Regenerative Stimulation, 3–4 weeks), and Stage 3 (Strengthening & Finishing, 2–3 weeks), with procedures planned for each stage. Working patients can utilize evening and Saturday appointments, and we share the treatment goals for each stage and the estimated number of visits from the beginning to facilitate scheduling.