Q I'm wearing a brace—is it more effective to receive Korean medicine treatment together?
A Chuna and tonic herbs can be used alongside brace wear. Strengthening the bones and muscles can complement the effect of the brace.
Detailed Answer
A brace works by externally preventing further curving of the spine. However, a brace alone cannot strengthen the muscles around the spine or improve the kidney qi deficiency. Combining Korean medicine Chuna therapy and tonic herbs while wearing a brace can better maintain the brace's corrective effect through easing muscle imbalance, strengthening the bones and muscles, and replenishing kidney qi. It also helps reduce relapse after the brace is removed.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, we adjust the intensity and direction of Chuna to suit the brace-wearing condition of the child. We proceed with combined treatment safely while checking the orthopedic brace prescription details.
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