Q In what order is pes anserinus tendinitis treated at a Korean medicine clinic? I am curious about what is done during a first visit.
A During the initial consultation, we conduct a medical history, tongue diagnosis, and pulse diagnosis, along with knee palpation and functional evaluation. Subsequently, treatment proceeds in a three-stage sequence: acute inflammation control (acupuncture, pharmacopuncture) → structural restoration (straight needles, fire needles) → regeneration enhancement (thread threads, herbal medicine). The treatment content is flexibly adjusted according to the progress of each stage.
Detailed Answer
The initial Western medical evaluation includes identifying medial knee tenderness points, muscle strength testing, and reviewing ultrasound images if necessary. During the acute phase, rest, cold compresses, and anti-inflammatory treatment are prioritized, and the process transitions to active rehabilitation after the subacute phase.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Dongjedang's treatment flow is systematized in the order of Korean medicine differential diagnosis → external treatment → internal treatment. During the initial consultation, the differential diagnosis type, such as Spleen Deficiency and Dampness or Blood-Stem Syndrome, is identified to establish the treatment direction. In Stage 1, meridian stagnation and local inflammation are rapidly relieved using acupuncture and pharmacopuncture. In Stage 2, adherent tissues are separated and Qi and blood pathways are opened using needles, while in Stage 3, tissue regeneration and the restoration of organ function are completed through fire acupuncture, thread embedding, and herbal medicine. Each stage proceeds to the next after a progress evaluation every four weeks.
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