For Athletes, Parents, and Coaches Looking for the Right Kind of Support Are you training hard, but struggling to recover? Whether you’re a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior, or a dedicated sports parent, you know the grind: constant practice, conditioning, and competition. But over time, that physical load catches up—affecting your sleep, energy, and digestion. At Lena Kim Acupuncture (Newport Beach & Lake Forest), we believe performance shouldn’t come at the cost of yo

You can walk to the mailbox. But the grocery store is a different story. Somewhere around the frozen foods aisle, your legs start to feel heavy, then numb, then simply done , and you find yourself gripping the cart just to keep moving. You sit down on a bench, wait a few minutes, and it passes. Then you get up and it starts again. This pattern has a name. It is called neurogenic claudication 파행, and it is one of the most recognizable signs of spinal stenosis 척추관협착증— a conditi

Your period shouldn't stop your life. And yet, for so many women, it does — or close to it. The cramps that make you cancel plans. The bloating that arrives like clockwork. The mood that shifts so sharply it feels like borrowing someone else's mind for a week. Most women are told the same thing from an early age: take some ibuprofen, it'll pass. But here's what matters: significant period pain is not normal. It is common — but common and normal are not the same thing. Korean

The Root of Chronic Muscle Tension and Neurogenic Pain For many patients, especially those who demand a high level of physical performance, chronic muscle tightness and recurrent pain are more than just mechanical issues—they are systemic. When structural strain persists, it often triggers neuroinflammation, leading to a frustrating cycle of chronic fatigue, guarded musculature, and compromised recovery. Today, we explore an evidence-based clinical intervention widely used in

🌸 Sound Familiar? You made it through winter. The sun is finally out, the flowers are blooming — and yet somehow, you feel more exhausted than ever. Your motivation is low, your body feels heavy, and no amount of coffee seems to help. If this sounds like you, you're not imagining things. This seasonal fatigue is so common that Korean medicine has a name for it: 춘곤증 ( Chun-gon-jeung ) — literally "spring drowsiness syndrome." And the good news? If you are looking for acupu

" 갑자기 극심한 허리통증이 생겼나요?" "끊어질 듯한 허리, 도대체 왜 아픈걸까요?" " Have you suddenly developed severe lower back pain?" "Do you know why lower back suddenly hurts?" 안녕하세요. 얼바인 김일화한의원에서 진료중인 척추관절 운동재활 한의사 김세영 원장 입니다. 갑자기 시작되는 허리통증, 움직일수 없는 통증, 움직일때마다 찌르듯이 아파서 화장실도 기어가야 한다는 극심한 통증, 급성디스크(추간판 탈출증)에 대해서 알아보겠습니다 Sudden onset of lower back pain , excruciating pain rendering me immobile, stabbing pain with every movement Today, we will be looking into acute disc herniation . " 급성디스크(추간판탈출증)는 척

부항이란? 통증 완화를 위한 근막 부항 치료 What is Cupping? Myofascial Cupping Therapy: A Hands-On Approach to Relieve Pain 근막 이완 자동부항요법은 근육의 경직 또는 통증을 겪는 사람들을 위한 것입니다. 근막 , 영어로는 myofascia 라고 부르는 구조물은 우리 인체의 매우 중요한 구조물입니다. " Myo"는 근육 조직을 나타내며, " fascia "는 신체 전체를 덮고 있는 결합 조직 막을 뜻합니다. 근막은 신체의 각 근육, 뼈, 기관 및 혈관을 감싸고 그 자리에 고정시키는 얇은 조직으로, 한방에서는 경근, 경락 등의 개념으로 이해되고 있습니다. 김일화한의원에서 사용하는 근막 이완 자동부항요법은 긴장되고 타이트해진 근막을 부드럽게 이완시키는것을 목표로 합니다. Myofascial cupping therapy is for those who are experiencin

침의 효과와 기전에 대한 해설 안녕하세요, 캘리포니아 엘에이 얼바인 한의원 김일화 원장입니다. 환자분들이 (특히 외국인 환자분들이) 항상 묻는 질문 중 하나인 "침이 도대체 어떤 효과를 갖고 있는 거죠?"에 대한 응답을 드리기 위해 이 블로그를 작성하게 되었습니다. 특히 통증으로 방문하시는 경우 한두번의 치료로 "불편한 느낌"이 바로 해결되는 것을 보시면서 "신기하다!!!" " 그런데 도대체 왜 낫는거죠?? " 라고 많이 질문 하시기 때문에 이 부분에 대해서 한번 쯤 정리하는 글을 쓰고 싶었습니다. 정말로... 일부 사람들이 말하는것처럼 침은 단순히 플라시보 일까요???? 침에 대한 기존의 한의학적 설명을 벗어나, 서양 의학적 관점에서 침의 효과와 기전을 설명해보겠습니다. The Effects and Mechanism of Acupuncture Hi, this is Lena from Lena Kim Acupuncture, CA. I decided

Hello, everybody. Stay warm and healthy in this gradually colder weather. Today, I'd like to delve into a conversation about women's health, specifically addressing menstrual cramps. I believe many women are grappling with menstrual cramps, as evidenced by the numerous individuals who have shared their concerns and undergone treatment during recent visits. menstrual pain in healthy women Causes and Treatments for Menstrual Cramps In general, the primary cause of menstrual cr

허리가 많이 불편 하신가요? 스트레칭으로 하루를 시작해 보세요!!! Are you experiencing a lot of discomfort in your lower back? Try starting your day with back pain acupuncture stretching! 안녕하세요. 얼바인 김일화한의원 척추관절 운동재활 한의사 김세영 원장 입니다. 환자분들에게 침치료와 함께 필라테스 재활 운동을 응용한 운동치료법을 함께 시행하고 있습니다. Hi, everyone. I am an acupuncturist on board here at Lena Kim Acupuncture Irvine/Lake Forest, Seyoung Kim. We provide exercise therapy along with back pain acupuncture treatment for our patients. 허리는 우리 몸의 중심으로 몸을 지탱해 주는 중요한

안녕하세요. 얼바인 김일화한의원 척추관절 운동재활 한의사 김세영 원장 입니다. 환자분들에게 침치료와 함께 필라테스 재활운동을 응용한 운동치료법을 함께 시행하고 있습니다. 왜?? 운동치료가 좋은지?? 그리고 특히 어떤 질환들에 운동재활 치료가 특히 도움이 되는지 함께 알아보겠습니다 We provide exercise therapy along with acupuncture treatment for our patients. Let's explore why exercise stretching therapy is beneficial, and especially which conditions it can be particularly helpful for. 운동재활치료란? 운동 치료는 신체 기능을 호전 시키고 일상생활의 수행을 쉽게 하도록 돕는 운동을 이용한 치료법 입니다. 환자 개개인의 상태에 맞는 치료법으로 관절의 강직, 근육 위축 등의 신체 기능저하

안녕하세요. 얼바인 김일화한의원 척추관절 운동 전문 한의사 김세영 원장 입니다. 허리통증 환자분들에게 침치료를 해드리면서, 필라테스를 응용한 허리강화 운동을 시행하면서 가장 많이 설명드리는 부분이 바로 "장요근 통증" 일텐데요. 그런 점에서 착안하여, 오늘은가장 많은 궁금증을 갖고 계시는 장요근에 대해 간단하게 말씀드리려고 합니다. Hi, everyone. I am an acupuncturist on board here at Lena Kim Acupuncture Irvine/Lake Forest, Seyoung Kim. As a dedicated practitioner specializing in spinal and joint exercises and rehab, today, I'd like to share some insights about the iliopsoas muscle and its significance in addressing

#cupping #cuppingtherapy #myofascial #stressrelief #myofascialrelief #acupuncture #newportbeach #orangecounty #myofascialcupping If you are experiencing muscle stiffness or soreness , myofascial cupping therapy might be the solution for you. In this technique, cups are placed on the skin, and the acupuncturist creates suction to mobilize and soften the underlying tissues. This hands-on approach can help manage pain and discomfort by improving the range of motion and promotin

Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, affecting up to 80% of the population at some point in their lives. It can range from mild discomfort to severe chronic pain, and can significantly affect a person's quality of life. While there are several treatment options available for lower back pain, acupuncture has gained popularity as a safe and effective alternative therapy. In this article, we will discuss the evidence-based research that supports acu

Recently, we have been treating a patient at our clinic for about three months who has been showing improvement with diplopia as the main symptom. Therefore, we are looking for some related papers to introduce this case and share our experience. 최근에 저희 병원에서 복시를 주증상으로 3개월 가량 치료를 하면서 호전을 보이고 있는 환자분이 계셔서 소개도 할겸, 관련된 논문을 몇가지 찾아보고 있습니다. 아래의 논문은 "후천성 마비사시"라는 안구 운동이 제한되는 질환에 대한 연구입니다. 이 질환은 안구를 움직이는 근육들 중 어떤 이유로 인해 마비가 생겨서 발생합니다. 이 중에서도 가장 흔한 원인은 외전신경마비라고 하는데, 이는 혈관성 위험 인자나 동맥류,

At Dongguk University Los Angeles - an accredited acupuncture school, Dr. Lena presented a lecture on cardiology for doctorate course students. All sessions were held in English and it was a fascinating time to hear insightful inquiries from many colleague acupuncturists and students. It was broadcast over ZOOM so that students in New York and other parts of California could access it, and it was a fantastic opportunity to discuss and share the clinical questions about cardio

Last weekend on June 18, 2022, Dr. Lena gave a lecture on the diagnosis and treatment of stroke and it was for the students of the Doctorate course at Dongguk University Los Angeles which is a well-known Acupuncture school in California. Her lecture was held in English for a total of 6 long hours from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., but it was such a fun time full of energy with the whole class. She has frequently given lectures and presentations about stroke management and care to both t