Features of Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture

1. A method that calms inflammation without using steroids.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture has a different mechanism of action than commonly encountered triamcinolone (TA) series steroid injections.

While steroids can help quickly reduce inflammation, there is a possibility of side effects such as skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, and telangiectasia.

Therefore, repeated use is difficult and may not be suitable for long-term management.

Our clinic uses herbal acupuncture solution (yakchim) aseptically refined from anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ingredients such as Coptis, Gardenia, Scutellaria, and Phellodendron.

It helps support the skin's natural healing process and alleviate inflammatory responses.

It contains no steroid components, and is expected to place less burden on the skin barrier or soft tissues even after treatment.

2. Its applications are broad, extending beyond acute inflammation.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture can be directly injected into areas of acute inflammation such as red, hot acne, papules, and pustules to induce soothing.

Based on clinical experience, redness, pain, and swelling tend to subside within 1-3 days after treatment.

However, unlike general anti-inflammatory injections, it is not a method limited solely to the acute phase.

It can be safely reapplied to areas where inflammation repeatedly occurs, such as the chin, cheekbones, forehead, and around the mouth.

It is a treatment that can be included in a long-term inflammation management plan without concerns about cumulative side effects from steroids.

Even in research data where Hwangnyeonhaedok-tang herbal acupuncture was concurrently applied,

There is a record that after 10 weeks of treatment (once a week), the acne inflammation grade (based on KAGS) showed significant changes (decreased from an average of 3.59 to 1.95, p<0.001).

Thus, the ability to address not only acute inflammation but also chronic, recurrent inflammation is a key difference from conventional treatments.

3. It offers the advantage of repeated application without the burden of side effects from steroid treatments.

If steroid injections are repeatedly administered to the same area, there is a risk of side effects such as skin atrophy, depression, and blood vessel dilation.

Therefore, if inflammation repeatedly occurs in the same area, receiving continuous treatment might be burdensome.

However, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture works by regulating rather than suppressing immune responses, allowing for repeated treatments even in areas prone to recurrence.

It can be a more suitable option, especially for patients with thin or sensitive skin, or those who frequently consider laser treatments.

4. The foundation for precise and dense treatments – a difference in our consultation approach.

Our clinic limits the number of patients who can be treated per day.

This is a booking system approximately one-third the size of other similar-sized establishments, part of our effort to ensure sufficient time in the treatment environment.

It's not just for the convenience of our patients; it serves as a crucial foundation for conducting precise treatments that focus on skin reactions.

During the anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture procedure, we closely observe the patient's skin reaction in real-time,

adjusting the dosage of herbal acupuncture in areas where inflammation frequently recurs,

or widely dispersing injections in boundary areas showing signs of inflammation spreading to prevent diffusion,

thus performing 'adjustable treatments' tailored to the situation, rather than merely 'mechanical treatments' that follow a set protocol.

In other words, it goes beyond merely injecting the herbal acupuncture solution,

and based on clinical observation that 'there is a possibility of inflammation recurring in the affected area,' it allows for treatment planning that considers even the potential for recurrence.

Therefore, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's anti-inflammatory herbal acupuncture can be described as a treatment that embodies both precision and a high-density approach.

When Anti-inflammatory Herbal Acupuncture Can Be Helpful

1. Those who frequently experience inflammatory acne accompanied by redness and heat.

It is particularly worth considering for those who have specific areas where inflammation repeatedly occurs, such as the chin, around the mouth, and cheekbone areas.

If heat or pain repeatedly occurs even before a breakout, early treatment can offer preventative benefits.

2. Skin with concerns about the side effects of steroid anti-inflammatory injections.

For those with thin or sensitive skin, or concerns about depressed scars,

or for those who have experienced skin atrophy or hyperpigmentation after previous steroid injections, it can be considered an alternative.

3. If you are concerned about recurring skin inflammation but hesitate to take antibiotics or other sebum-controlling medications

Management is carried out solely through treatment, without oral medication,

It is suitable for those looking for topical anti-inflammatory management directly applied to inflammatory lesions.

4. Patients concerned about hyperpigmentation and PIH development due to frequent inflammation

If you have a skin type prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH),

Simply calming the skin with herbal acupuncture at the initial inflammation stage can help prevent pigmentation.

5. Individuals who desire not only short-term soothing effects but also long-term skin regulation to prevent inflammation recurrence

Herbal acupuncture for inflammation can help suppress acute inflammation,

and it works more effectively to prevent inflammation recurrence and stabilize skin balance by modulating immune responses.

Effects of Herbal Acupuncture for Inflammation

1. Regulation of inflammatory cytokines: Alleviates redness and swelling

Components such as berberine, baicalin, palmatine, and crocin, extracted from herbal medicines like Coptis chinensis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Phellodendron amurense, and Gardenia jasminoides,

can inhibit the production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, which trigger inflammatory responses.

Consequently, the warmth, redness, swelling, and pain in the inflamed area can decrease within 1 to 3 days.

2. Reduction of oxidative stress: Lowers the risk of tissue damage and scar formation

Baicalin from Scutellaria baicalensis and crocin from Gardenia jasminoides remove reactive oxygen species (ROS),

and play a role in protecting skin cells from oxidative damage.

This action helps reduce the risk of post-acne hyperpigmentation or atrophic scars,

and contributes to the recovery process of the dermal layer.

3. Immune response balance: Stabilizes recurring inflammation

Unlike steroids, which strongly suppress immune responses,

herbal acupuncture ingredients can modulate immune responses, reducing hypersensitivity of the skin.

This can be particularly helpful for individuals who frequently experience recurrent inflammation in the same area,

and it is a management method that gradually stabilizes the pattern of inflammation recurrence in the skin.

4. Antibacterial and antifungal effects: Can help with acne bacteria (P. acnes), folliculitis, etc.

Berberine from Coptis chinensis and palmatine from Phellodendron amurense have strong antibacterial properties,

and their inhibitory effects against acne-causing bacteria and folliculitis-inducing bacteria have been studied.

They can be utilized in the management of inflammatory acne or skin troubles with a possibility of secondary infection due to irritation.

5. Skin barrier recovery support: Aids in the recovery of sensitive skin

Herbal acupuncture for inflammation contributes to preventing dermal structure damage by regulating the activity of MMPs (Matrix Metalloproteinases) in skin cells,

and supports the recovery of the damaged skin barrier after inflammation.

It can also be considered for calming inflammation in sensitive skin after laser procedures or chemical peels.

Treatment Advantages

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• 01. Helps soothe inflammatory acne that is difficult to extract
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• 02. Reduces the burden of side effects (skin atrophy, indentation, hyperpigmentation) from conventional inflammatory injections and can lead to improvement
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• 03. Inflammation management without the use of steroid ingredients
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• 04. Management with natural herbal ingredients that are gentle on the body and can aid in skin regeneration
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Treatment Process

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• STEP 01. Count Confirmation
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• STEP 02. Disinfection
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• STEP 03. Individual Treatment Plan Development
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