Disease Condition: Chronic or acute pain along the spine, often from muscular strain, disc issues, or postural stress — increasingly common among desk-bound professionals.
How We Diagnose: We take a detailed pain history (onset, triggers, movement pattern), assess posture and range of motion, and use TCM pulse and tongue diagnosis. Any red-flag symptoms (numbness, loss of bladder control, trauma) are referred immediately for imaging/orthopaedic assessment.
TCM Pattern: Most commonly Qi & Blood Stagnation in the Bladder Meridian, or Kidney Qi Deficiency in chronic/recurring cases.
Treatment Protocol: Acupuncture along the Governing Vessel and Bladder meridian points (e.g., Shenshu, Yaoyangguan), combined with cupping or Tui Na massage to release muscular tension.
Typical Duration: 8–12 sessions over 4–6 weeks for acute cases; chronic cases may need a longer maintenance plan.