Q I'm receiving orthopedic treatment for scoliosis—can I take tonic herbal medicine at the same time?
A Tonic herbs can be combined with conservative treatments such as bracing and physical therapy. Around surgery, it is safest to discuss the timing of medication with your doctor.
Detailed Answer
If you are receiving brace wear or exercise therapy from an orthopedic clinic, combining Korean tonic herbs is safe in most cases. Tonic herbs act to reinforce kidney qi and strengthen the bones and muscles, complementing the effect of conservative treatment. However, when surgery is scheduled, the principle is to stop taking the herbs 2 to 4 weeks before surgery, and after surgery you should discuss the timing of resuming medication with a Korean medicine doctor according to the recovery period.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, we review the orthopedic treatment details at the first visit and establish a safe co-treatment plan. In surgery-related situations, we proceed by coordinating with the attending orthopedic surgeon.
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