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Acupuncture & Pharmacopuncture

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

Expert VerifiedHyo-seop KimChief Director

Q. Is acupuncture effective for shoulder pain?

Yes, especially excellent for muscle, tendon, and joint pain.

📝 Detailed Answer

Shoulder acupuncture works through: ① local muscle/tendon release, ② nerve stimulation for pain relief, ③ blood circulation improvement, ④ inflammation reduction. Common acupoints: LI15 Jianyu, TE14 Jianliao, SI9 Jianzhen. 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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