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

  • One side twisted mouth

    One side twisted mouth

    Twisted mouth When there is one side of the mouth twisted, apply 3 x 7 moxa cones at acupuncture point PC5 (??) on the left side if it happens on the right, and vice versa. Have the patient extinguish the burning moxa cones by blowing. And then, the patient will know that the mouth is…

  • How to treat facial paralysis

    How to treat facial paralysis

    Facial paralysis When the mouth and eyes are crooked, apply 3 x 7 moxa cones at acupuncture points LI4 (??), ST4 (??), RN24 (??), ST5 (??), ST36 (???) and PC5 (??). The other way is to put a reed 5 cun long inside the ear, clog the space around the reed with some dough to…

  • How to treat swollen lymph node in groin with acupuncture points

    How to treat swollen lymph node in groin with acupuncture points

    Swollen limp node in groin Swollen lymph nodes are common early in a cold or flu, but they can also signify a more serious condition, such as an immune disorder or, very rarely, cancer. However, if your lymph nodes feel hard or painful, have a fever, have chills or aches, and have a history of…

  • Joint pain

    Joint pain

    Joint pain When you suffer from all joint pain, Huh Im recommended using the following acupuncture points: SP9 (???) BL19 (??) GB20 (??) GB39 (??)

  • Swollen and painful knee

    Swollen and painful knee

    Knee pain You have painful and swollen knee, and you cannot bend it or walk. Huh Im recommended applying 7 x 7 moxa cones at acupuncture points SP9 (???) and acupuncture needles at RN12 (??) for knee pain.

  • Icy and painful sensation in the bone

    Icy and painful sensation in the bone

    Cold and painful bone When you feel icy and painful sensation in the bone, Huh Im recommended using the following acupuncture points: BL11 (??) GB39 (??) KI7 (??) BL62 (??) ST45 (??) BL23 (??)

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