Meniscus Tear

Treatment Phase Schedule Guide: Phase 1 (Acute Phase, 0–4 weeks) — 2–3 times a week, focusing on acupuncture and pharmacopuncture to reduce inflammation and swelling. Phase 2 (Recovery Phase, 4–8 weeks) — 1–2 times a week, using needle insertion and thread lifting to clear adhesions and stimulate tissue regeneration. Phase 3 (Strengthening Phase, 8–12 weeks+) — Once a week or every other week, combining muscle strengthening exercises to monitor functional recovery. For individuals with significant occupational exposure (heavy labor, long-distance walking), shortening treatment intervals and extending the maintenance phase is beneficial for preventing recurrence. Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective: Treatment in Korean medicine is not a one-time procedure but a cumulative process of restoring the flow of Qi and blood. After rapidly resolving blood stasis and inflammation through frequent initial treatments, a longer period is invested in supplementing kidney deficiency and restoring organ function. At Dongjedang, we provide a comprehensive treatment roadmap during the first visit to enable schedule prediction, and we flexibly adjust the plan based on the speed of symptom improvement.