Calcific tendinitis Korean medicine: ① Bee venom pharmacopuncture (highly effective for calcium dissolution), ② acupuncture for pain and inflammation, ③ herbal medicine (phlegm-resolving Iji-tang base), ④ Chuna for surrounding muscles, ⑤ ultrasound therapy. 70–80% improvement in 2–3 months. Often avoids surgery/aspiration.