A Passion for Healing: Dr. Kihyon Sohn in His Element

I practice in Beaverton, Oregon. I dreamt of being an itinerant acupuncturist, traveling the world with a simple bag of needles and golden moxibustion tools. This dream was sparked by my experiences offering free acupuncture and moxibustion treatments to those in need. Witnessing their recovery brought me immense joy. Learn more.

I translated portions of Korean acupuncture and moxibustion texts into English. While not an ornate work, it remains a resource for those interested. Please feel free to use the search box below to explore it further.

Blog Posts about Traditional Asian Medicine

  • Peripheral Neuropathy

    Peripheral Neuropathy

    Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment with Korean Acupuncture and herbal medicine Neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves in the body, causing pain, numbness, and tingling sensations. Peripheral neuropathy is a type of neuropathy affecting the peripheral nerves, which are the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Peripheral neuropathy can cause various symptoms and can…

  • Bowel Movement

    Maintaining Normal Bowel Movement: Tips for Bowel Regularity As humans, bowel movement is one of the daily functions we cannot avoid. Bowel movement is an essential process that helps our body eliminate waste products from the digestive system. A normal bowel movement is a sign of a healthy digestive system. However, sometimes we experience either…

  • Chronic Constipation

    When You Can’t Go: Understanding and Treating Chronic Constipation in Adults Constipation is a common issue that can occur at any age, but it is particularly prevalent in adults. According to the American Gastroenterological Association, around 16% of adults experience chronic constipation, meaning they have fewer than three bowel movements per week and/or have difficulty…

  • Acupuncture for Allergies: Exploring its Effectiveness and Benefits

    Acupuncture for Allergies: Can It Provide Lasting Relief? Allergies affect millions of people worldwide, and their prevalence continues to rise. Symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes can be uncomfortable and disrupt daily life. While many turn to over-the-counter medications or allergy shots, others seek alternative therapies like acupuncture. In this article, we explore the…

  • Exploring many forms of acupuncture

    Acupuncture and its various forms Acupuncture has been used for centuries as a traditional eastern medicine practice, with its popularity spreading worldwide in recent years. Acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. However, acupuncture is not just limited to needle insertion. In…

  • Moxibustion in Shanghanlun as a first aid kit in ancient times

    Moxibustion in Shanghanlun as a first aid kit in ancient times

    Shanghan Lun contains several lines on moxibustion. The book of Shanghan Lun suggests that moxibustion was used as a first aid kit in ancient times. Moxibustion as a first aid kit in Shanghan Lun Moxibustion appears in Shaoyin and Jueyin stages in Shanghan Lun. Yang energy decreases, and various cold symptoms appear as the stages…

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