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Acupuncture & Pharmacopuncture

Yes. Acupuncture releases muscle rigidity around the knee joint and improves circulation, making it effective for acute and chronic knee pain. The WHO also recognises knee pain as an indication for acupuncture.

Expert VerifiedHyo-seop KimChief Director

Q. Is acupuncture effective for knee pain?

Yes, especially excellent for arthritis, ligament, and tendon pain.

📝 Detailed Answer

Knee acupuncture: ① local muscle/tendon release, ② nerve stimulation for pain, ③ blood circulation improvement, ④ inflammation reduction. Common acupoints: ST35 Dubi, GB34 Yanglingquan, SP9 Yinlingquan. 70–80% improvement reported. Sessions 2–3x weekly initially. Insurance covers acupuncture (~5,000–8,000 KRW co-pay).

Expert Verified

Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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