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Traditional Korean and Chinese medicine is a complete medical system capable of diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions โ€” not just pain. At Raah Acupuncture in Koreatown, we specialize in conditions that have not responded fully to Western medicine.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes over 60 conditions for which acupuncture has demonstrated effectiveness. The conditions listed below represent the full range of presentations we treat at Raah Acupuncture โ€” from the most common to the most complex.

๐Ÿฆด
Pain & Musculoskeletal
19 conditions
Low back pain โ†’
Aching, stiffness, or sharp pain in the lower back โ€” sorted by when it hurts and what makes it worse, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Neck pain & whiplash โ†’
A stiff neck that won't turn, pain into the shoulder blades, whiplash after an accident โ€” sorted by how it started and when it flares, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Sciatica โ†’
Pain radiating from the low back into the buttock and leg โ€” sorted by which line down the leg it follows, not by one label.
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Shoulder pain & injuries โ†’
A shoulder that won't lift, pain into the shoulder blade, frozen shoulder and rotator cuff strain โ€” traced along the line the pain runs, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Chest & rib pain โ†’
Rib pain after an accident, pain along the side of the chest, and chest tightness from stress โ€” once the heart has been ruled out.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Knee pain โ†’
Aching, stiffness, or swelling in the knee โ€” treated with attention to the muscle wasting around the joint, not just the joint itself.
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Hip pain
Hip flexor tightness, bursitis, piriformis syndrome, and degenerative hip conditions affecting mobility and daily function.
Arthritis โ†’
Joint pain that flares with rain and cold, morning stiffness, and swollen joints โ€” sorted by whether the pain aches or pulls, and whether the joint is hot or cold.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Wrist pain & carpal tunnel โ†’
Wrist pain, numbness, and tingling from typing, lifting, or repetitive work โ€” sorted by which side of the wrist hurts, not by one label.
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Tennis elbow & golfer's elbow โ†’
Pain on the outside or inside of the elbow from gripping, tools, or repetitive work โ€” sorted by which side hurts, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Fibromyalgia
Widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and sensitivity โ€” often accompanied by sleep disruption and cognitive fog.
Plantar fasciitis โ†’
Heel and arch pain that is worst on the first steps of the morning โ€” sorted by where the foot hurts and whether it swells, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Soft tissue injuries โ†’
Muscle strains, pulled muscles, and post-trauma soft tissue damage โ€” including personal injury and workplace accident cases.
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Myofascial pain โ†’
Knots and trigger points that keep coming back to the same spot โ€” treated where it hurts and along the line it sits on, not by one label.
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Headaches & migraines โ†’
Tension headaches, migraines, and headaches that follow the weather โ€” sorted by where on the head they sit and what brings them on, not by one label.
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TMJ & jaw pain โ†’
Jaw clenching, grinding, clicking, and headaches at the temples โ€” treated at the jaw and along the line it sits on, together with the stress behind it.
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Foot & ankle pain โ†’
Ankle sprains that never fully healed, Achilles tendinitis, and chronic foot pain from injury or long hours standing.
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Post-surgical pain
Accelerating recovery and reducing pain following orthopedic and other surgical procedures.
Chronic pain syndromes
Complex, long-standing pain conditions that have not responded adequately to conventional treatments โ€” our specialty.
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Women's Health & Fertility
10 conditions
Fertility support โ†’
Supporting natural conception by regulating cycle, improving egg quality, and optimizing uterine environment โ€” often alongside IVF or IUI.
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Endometriosis โ†’
Reducing pain, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance associated with endometriosis โ€” one of our most successful treatment areas.
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PCOS โ†’
Polycystic ovary syndrome โ€” regulating menstrual cycle, reducing androgen excess, supporting ovulation, and improving metabolic markers.
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Menstrual irregularities โ†’
Irregular, absent, or heavy periods โ€” treated by addressing the underlying hormonal and constitutional pattern.
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Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) โ†’
Severe cramps, back pain, and nausea associated with menstruation โ€” highly responsive to acupuncture treatment.
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PMS & PMDD โ†’
Premenstrual mood changes, bloating, breast tenderness, and irritability โ€” addressed through liver qi regulation and hormonal balance.
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Perimenopause & menopause โ†’
Hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, sleep disruption, and vaginal dryness โ€” managed naturally, alongside or independent of hormone therapy.
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Pregnancy support โ†’
Morning sickness, back pain, fatigue, and breech presentation during pregnancy โ€” safe acupuncture protocols throughout all trimesters.
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Postpartum recovery โ†’
Supporting recovery after childbirth โ€” energy restoration, mood support, lactation, and physical healing.
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Hormonal imbalance โ†’
Thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, and general hormonal dysregulation affecting energy, mood, weight, and wellbeing.
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Stress, Anxiety & Sleep
9 conditions
Anxiety โ†’
Persistent worry, restlessness, and the physical symptoms that come with it โ€” palpitations, tight chest, and disrupted sleep.
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Burnout โ†’
Depletion from prolonged overwork and stress โ€” fatigue with irritability, poor sleep, and a body that feels wired yet worn out.
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Insomnia & sleep disorders โ†’
Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking unrefreshed โ€” treated by addressing the underlying pattern rather than sedating.
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Depression & low mood โ†’
Persistent low mood, loss of interest, and fatigue โ€” supported alongside therapy and any medication you're taking.
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Post-trauma anxiety
Hypervigilance, startle response, and nervous system dysregulation following car accidents, injuries, or traumatic events. Common in personal injury cases.
Panic attacks โ†’
Sudden episodes of intense fear with racing heart and breathlessness โ€” and the shift from episodes to a constant background state.
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Chronic fatigue โ†’
Persistent, unexplained exhaustion that does not improve with rest โ€” often accompanied by cognitive fog and immune dysregulation.
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Addiction support โ†’
Support for cutting down on alcohol, quitting smoking, and recovery โ€” NADA ear acupuncture and herbal medicine alongside medical care and recovery programs.
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Brain fog & memory โ†’
Difficulty holding a thought, losing the thread mid-sentence, and starting things without finishing โ€” treated as a condition, not a character trait.
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Digestive Conditions
10 conditions
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) โ†’
Loose stools, constipation, or both, with bloating and urgency โ€” sorted by when it happens and what comes with it, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Acid reflux & GERD โ†’
Chronic heartburn and esophageal irritation โ€” treated by addressing stomach qi rebellion and liver overacting on the stomach.
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Bloating & gas โ†’
Chronic abdominal distension, gas, and discomfort โ€” often rooted in spleen qi deficiency or liver-spleen disharmony.
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Constipation โ†’
Chronic constipation and laxative dependence โ€” sorted into the full kind and the depleted kind, which need opposite treatment.
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Hemorrhoids โ†’
Bleeding, itching, swelling, or hemorrhoids that keep coming back โ€” treated from the inside and outside together, with the bowel habits behind them.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Nausea & vomiting
Morning sickness, chemotherapy-related nausea, and chronic nausea โ€” acupuncture is one of the most evidence-backed treatments for this condition.
Inflammatory bowel disease โ†’
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis โ€” supporting symptoms, energy, and quality of life between flares, alongside your gastroenterologist's care.
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Poor appetite & malabsorption โ†’
Low appetite, difficulty absorbing nutrients, and post-illness digestive weakness โ€” treated by strengthening spleen and stomach function.
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Food sensitivities
Improving digestive resilience and reducing inflammatory responses to food through constitutional treatment and dietary guidance.
Blood sugar & metabolic health โ†’
Prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes support โ€” persistent thirst, appetite dysregulation, and post-meal crashes, treated alongside your physician's care.
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Neurological Conditions
8 conditions
Bell's palsy โ†’
One-sided facial weakness โ€” treated early alongside your physician's care, and later when recovery stalls, with attention to both sides of the face.
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Peripheral neuropathy โ†’
Burning, tingling, or numbness in both feet โ€” supportive care alongside the medical workup and treatment of the underlying cause.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Nerve pain (neuralgia)
Trigeminal neuralgia, post-herpetic neuralgia, and other nerve pain syndromes โ€” reducing pain signal transmission and supporting nerve healing.
Stroke rehabilitation โ†’
Weakness, stiffness, pain, and fatigue after a stroke โ€” steady treatment alongside rehabilitation and your physician's care, and support for preventing a second one.
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Tinnitus & hearing issues โ†’
Ringing, hissing, or buzzing in the ears, and ears that feel full or blocked โ€” sorted by whether the sound is loud or faint and what comes with it.
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Eye strain & dry eyes โ†’
Tired, dry, burning eyes from screens and long hours of close work โ€” with the headaches and neck tension that come with them.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Vertigo & dizziness โ†’
Spinning, light-headedness on standing, or a heavy, foggy head โ€” sorted by when it comes and what comes with it, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Cognitive fog
Difficulty concentrating, memory issues, and mental clarity problems โ€” including post-COVID cognitive symptoms and stress-related fog.
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Skin & Facial
7 conditions
Acne โ†’
Breakouts that keep coming back, along the jaw, with the cycle, or after treatment stops โ€” read from the inside out, not treated at the surface alone.
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Eczema & psoriasis โ†’
Itching that won't stop and skin that keeps flaring โ€” treated by how hot the skin is and how well it is nourished from underneath, alongside dermatology care.
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Rosacea โ†’
Facial redness and flushing with wine, heat, or stress โ€” sorted by whether the red face is truly hot or depleted underneath, not by one label.
Read how we approach this โ€” with the classical text behind it
Facial acupuncture (cosmetic) โ†’
A natural approach to facial rejuvenation โ€” improving tone, circulation, and radiance from beneath, without injectables.
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Topical steroid withdrawal
Supporting skin recovery during topical steroid withdrawal โ€” reducing inflammation, itching, and the systemic symptoms of withdrawal.
Hives & urticaria โ†’
Itchy welts that come and go โ€” sorted into red or white, hot or cold, and treated with what drives the flares underneath.
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Hair loss (alopecia) โ†’
Stress-related shedding, alopecia areata, and postpartum or post-illness thinning โ€” treated by identifying which pattern is driving the loss, since the causes differ widely.
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Autoimmune & Allergies
6 conditions
Seasonal allergies โ†’
Hay fever, sneezing fits, and a nose that runs clear the moment you step outside โ€” sorted by what the discharge looks like, not by one label.
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Sinusitis โ†’
Recurring sinus congestion, thick discharge, and pressure at the bridge of the nose โ€” including the infection that comes back after every course of antibiotics.
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Asthma
Reducing frequency and severity of asthma episodes โ€” used as a complement to conventional respiratory management.
Lupus & autoimmune conditions
Supporting symptom management, reducing inflammatory flares, and improving quality of life alongside rheumatology care.
Chronic infections
Recurring urinary tract infections, sinus infections, and other chronic infections โ€” strengthening immune function and addressing the underlying pattern of susceptibility.
Immune deficiency & low immunity
Frequent illness, slow recovery, and general immune weakness โ€” building wei qi and constitutional vitality through Saam and TCM treatment.
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