Occipital Neuralgia

The prognosis for laryngeal neuralgia varies greatly depending on the cause and duration of the illness. For acute myotonic cases (no trauma, illness less than 3 months), a reduction of over 70% in pain can be expected with 4 to 8 weeks of intensive treatment using moxibustion, acupuncture, or pharmacopuncture; however, for chronic cases (6 months or more) accompanied by central sensitization, 3 to 6 months is a realistic timeframe. To prevent recurrence, it is important to continue posture correction, cervical spine strengthening exercises, and stress management even after treatment ends. Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective In Korean medicine, the prognosis of recovery is judged by how quickly the balance between the body's defenses and the disease-causing energies is restored. Rapid recovery is possible if basic physical strength is good and blood clots and waste products are shallow; however, if Qi and blood are significantly weak or liver and kidney functions are damaged due to prolonged stress, replenishment takes time. At Dongjedang, we conduct an interim evaluation in the fourth week of treatment to adjust acupuncture intervals and herbal medicine prescriptions according to the progress. Once organ function recovers, resistance to external stimuli increases, lowering the risk of recurrence.