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Calcific Tendinitis

Calcific Tendinitis

Calcific tendinitis, a condition in which calcium deposits accumulate in the shoulder tendons, causing sudden and severe pain.

Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMD
의료 감수Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMD
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동제당한의원·Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
#Prognosis / Recovery

Q How long does treatment at the Korean medicine clinic take? I work in Dongincheon; how long do I need to visit?

A While it varies depending on the size of the calcification and the severity of symptoms, significant improvement in acute pain relief is often seen within 2 to 4 weeks. Treatment is generally recommended for 1 to 3 months to allow for calcification absorption and tendon recovery; the frequency is typically reduced from 2 to 3 times a week initially to once a week thereafter. Appointments can be arranged to accommodate office workers visiting during their lunch break or after work.

Detailed Answer

For acute treatment (severe pain), intensive treatment is typically recommended for 2 to 4 weeks with visits 2 to 3 times a week, aiming for a pain reduction of at least 70% during this period. In many cases, a treatment period of 1 to 3 months is required for the calcification to be completely absorbed and tendon function to recover. The treatment period may be longer if the calcification is large (over 1.5 cm), the condition is chronic, or if there are accompanying lesions (such as a rotator cuff tear). Since the frequency of visits is flexibly adjusted according to the progress, it is possible to manage the treatment alongside your work life. The stages of Korean medical treatment are broadly divided into: ① Phlegm Removal Stage (Acute pain relief, intensive acupuncture and pharmacopuncture) → ② Tendon Regeneration Stage (Tissue reconstruction using needle acupuncture, fire acupuncture, and thread embedding) → ③ Organ Function Recovery Stage (Reinforcing the liver and kidneys with herbal medicine tailored to your constitution). The transition points for each stage are determined by confirming changes in calcification via ultrasound. For office workers, maintenance treatment after the acute stage is sufficiently effective with just once a week, allowing for a return to daily life.

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