In Korean medicine, the most commonly used treatments are acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, blood suction, and physical therapy. At Jaseng, two additional therapies which were created by the founder of Jaseng are used, MST Acupuncture and Chuna Manipulation. These treatments are used for spinal disorders, bone and joint disorders and internal disorders as well, but they vary depending on the individual and the degree of their symptoms. For example, the duration of treatment, the ingredients of herbal medicine as well as the type of acupuncture vary.
General acupuncture
Acupuncture is known to help improve the flow of blood circulation allowing oxygen, blood and lymph to support the body’s healing process. It also helps in reviving damaged nerves, muscles and ligaments.
Usually it is necessary to receive treatments once or twice a week, but it depends on your condition. Many conditions can be alleviated very rapidly by acupuncture combined with othere therapies such as manipulation, herbal medication, etc. Chronic illnesses may require treatment for several weeks or longer.
Acute problems generally have a quicker response. As in any form of medical care, the patient’s attitude, diet, determination and lifestyle will affect the outcome and course of the treatment.
MST
MST is an abbreviation for Motion Style Treatment. It is a very effective treatment for patients with acute musculoskeletal dysfunctions. Patients are encouraged to move around while the acupuncture is inserted in the proper area.
This technique regulates the function of blood vessels by stimulating the blood stream and Qi. This was developed and embodied as a new acupuncture theory by Dr. Shin, the founder of Jaseng. In the last 10 years, thousands of patients who suffered from spinal disorders have seen improvement in their condition after receiving this treatment technique at Jaseng.
Bee Venom
Bee Venom Therapy is a technique where harvested bee venom is injected just under the skin to imitate the effect of an actual bee sting, but is delivered in a much more accurate manner regarding the site to be injected and in a more precise, "standardized dose" and potency of the venom itself.
Bee venom therapy has been proven highly effective for relieving inflammation and back pain.
There is some discomfort associated with the therapy. Redness, pain, swelling and inflammation occur at the site of injection/sting. These are actually desired effects and seem to be proportionate to the speed of recovery. The greater the local reaction, the faster the clinical response. Generalized reactions and allergy are to be avoided, however. Obviously, patients with known allergy to bee stings should not use this therapy.
Herbal acupuncture
Herbal injection therapy utilizes the injection of medicinal herbal extracts into acupuncture points to prevent or treat diseases. It combines the actions of acupuncture with the pharmacological effect of oriental medicinal herbs. This therapy may be used for all diseases, which are suitable for acupuncture treatment. Herbal injection therapy is used specifically in syndromes of pain in the lower back and leg, pain in the joints, and some chronic diseases.
CHU means to push and NA means to pull. It is a unique manipulation practiced by oriental medical doctors at Jaseng hospital. The patient is laid on the specially designed CHUNA bed and the educated practitioner adjusts the patient's displaced bones and joints.
By realigning the bones and joints, and correcting the spinal curve, patients suffering from spinal diseases can see much benefit from Chuna, not only pain relief, but also better blood circulation, stress relief, etc. CHUNA usually goes along with acupuncture or herbs.
Jaseng is the frontier in CHUNA manipulation in Korea, and Dr Shin, the founder established Korea the CHUNA Institute, which has produced more than 1,000 oriental medical doctors up to this year.
For spinal disorders, there are three kinds of HERB regimen.
Anti-inflammatory / Nerve-reviving
The severe pain caused by spine disorders usually originates from inflammation around the nerves descending from the spine to the lower extremities. The Jaseng Hospital uses herbal medicine to decrease the inflammation around the nerves and reduce pain while repairing the surrounding soft tissues.
Muscle strengthening
Weakened muscles and ligaments of the back are one of the (main) reasons for the recurrence of spinal disorders. The Jaseng Hospital uses herbal medicine to lower the risk of having recurrence by strengthening the muscles and the ligaments.
Bone protecting
The Jaseng Hospital uses herbal medicine that strengthens your bones to stop the spinal disorder from reaggravating and slow down the bone degeneration process.
 Herbal fomentation therapy Herbal fomentation therapy as thermotherapy, foment the affect-ed areas using about 20 different herbs which are effective for pain diminution. The heat and the medicinal properties of the herbs relieves the pain and helps the patient recover rapidly. |
 Radiofrequency therapyInfiltrate high frequency to deep muscles and joints, relieves the pain rapidly. It doesn’t stimulate the nerves and doesn’t contract the muscles so it’s safe and effective for severe pain. | |
 Ultrasound therapyTherapeutic ultrasound uses heated sound waves and applies the energy to soft tissues and joints. The fast-moving waves essentially massage soft tissues effortlessly, and in most cases, painlessly. | ||
 Electric stimulation therapyElectric muscle stimulation is a therapeutic modality that is used in pain management. It is used to treat tendons and ligaments as well as muscles, deep joints and viscera. It has been clinically proven to increase muscle tone, blood flow. | ||
| Traction therapy Traction therapy is the release of discal pressure, widening of intervertebral space and the release of tension in the muscles, can reduce radiating pain. |
