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Chronic Indigestion
I feel indigestion even after eating a small amount,
and my solar plexus feels tight and blocked.
Bloating and heartburn.
We restore gastrointestinal motility to bring you comfort.
Digestive Clinic
Have you lost the joy of eating?
The endoscopy shows no abnormalities,
but I still feel pain and discomfort.
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Reflux Esophagitis
Acid reflux and heartburn occur,
and I feel a sensation of something stuck in my throat.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
I experience abdominal gas and pain,
with alternating diarrhea and constipation.
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Damjeok (Stiffening of the Gastrointestinal Wall)
My stomach feels stiff and immobile,
and my whole body feels heavy and fatigued.
Special Diagnosis System
Gastric disorders: recovery requires restoring movement.
While endoscopy is effective for identifying inflammation or ulcers inside the stomach, it cannot determine how well the stomach is moving or if there are functional issues.
Most cases of nervous gastritis and functional dyspepsia are caused by decreased gastric motility, which leads to food accumulation. The resulting toxins (Damjeok) cause the outer wall of the stomach to harden.
At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we use abdominal palpation (Bokjin) to directly locate the hardened Damjeok around the solar plexus and navel, and pulse diagnosis (Maekjin) to evaluate how weakened the stomach's energy has become.
The fundamental treatment is to relax the hardened stomach and warm the chilled abdomen, helping the stomach regain its strength to move vigorously on its own.
Specialized diagnosis system
Core Solution Core Treatment Principles
Core Treatment Principles
to Restart the Stomach
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Restoring Gastric Motility
We help digestion by reviving the movement rhythm of a fatigued and stalled stomach.
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Expelling Damjeok (Waste Products)
We dissolve and expel the hardened waste accumulated on the outer wall of the stomach.
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Inflammation Treatment & Mucosal Regeneration
We soothe inflammation in the esophagus and stomach and restore the damaged mucosa.
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Autonomic Nerve Stabilization
We stabilize the gastric nerves sensitized by stress to prevent recurrence.
Customized Solutions by Symptom
Even for the same indigestion, the treatment method differs depending on the cause.
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For those who feel tightness in the solar plexus
and suffer from frequent indigestion
Main Symptoms
- • Bloating after meals
- • Frequent burping
- • Pain when pressing on the solar plexus
Diagnosis Pattern
Gastric atony, food stagnation (Sik-jeok)
Recommended Treatment
Improvement of gastrointestinal motility Korean herbal medicine
It promotes gastrointestinal motility to relieve indigestion and aid digestion.
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For those who experience acid reflux
and heartburn
Main Symptoms
- • Burning chest pain
- • Sensation of something stuck in the throat (Mae-haek-gi)
- • Dry cough
Diagnosis Pattern
Liver-stomach disharmony (Gan-wi-bul-hwa), acid reflux
Recommended Treatment
Antacid and mucosal protection Korean herbal medicine
It regulates stomach acid and treats inflammation of the esophageal mucosa.
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For those who have a cold abdomen
and frequent diarrhea/constipation
Main Symptoms
- • Diarrhea after eating cold food
- • Gurgling sounds in the stomach
- • Constant mild abdominal pain
Diagnosis Pattern
Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency, Cold Intestines
Recommended Treatment
Intestinal function enhancement Korean herbal medicine
It warms the intestines to normalize bowel movements and improve absorption.
Baekrokdam Digestive Treatment Program
This treatment fundamentally restores the function of the gastrointestinal tract.
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Customized Treatment Korean herbal medicine
This is a 1:1 customized Korean herbal medicine that relaxes a stiff gastrointestinal tract, increases motility, and treats inflammation.
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Wang-moxibustion Therapy
It delivers heat deep into the abdomen to increase blood flow to the gastrointestinal tract and remove coldness.
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Pharmacopuncture Treatment
By injecting pharmacopuncture into the acupoints connected to the gastrointestinal tract, it directly activates gastrointestinal function.
Medical Staff
Chief Director Dr. Yeonseung Choe
I have met many patients who came after visiting multiple medical institutions and departments for persistent or recurrent conditions. Symptoms normally handled by different specialties—such as abdominal pain, headaches, palpitations, dizziness, and insomnia—may overlap in one person. Sometimes there is no clear improvement despite taking medication for each symptom, and being unwell gradually becomes part of daily life. In these cases, I look beyond individual diagnoses and examine how the symptoms connect and change together.
Asking only about the most uncomfortable symptom today does not reveal the full course. I look at when the body first began to change and what happened after illness, surgery, childbirth, or starting and stopping medication. I also review changes in weight, diet, and sleep, then trace which symptoms improved with previous treatment and which remained.
Test results, diagnoses, and the course of previous treatment are important for understanding the current condition. Clinical research in modern Korean medicine, physiological and pathological research in modern medicine, and observations recorded in classical Korean medicine texts offer different perspectives on the same body. Rather than fitting a patient into one perspective, I consider what each can and cannot explain and look for clues that connect symptoms and treatment histories that were previously considered separately.
Treatment Process
Treatment Process
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Abdominal & Pulse Examination
We manually press the abdomen to determine the location and hardness of phlegm accumulation (damjeok).
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Cause Diagnosis
We identify the root cause of indigestion, such as gastric atony, phlegm accumulation (damjeok), or stress.
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Intensive Treatment
We focus on restoring gastrointestinal function through Korean herbal medicine, acupuncture, and moxibustion.
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Dietary Habit Correction
We prevent recurrence by correcting dietary habits that put a strain on the gastrointestinal tract.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. My endoscopy results are clear, so why am I still in pain?
A. An endoscopy can detect inflammation or ulcers in the mucosal lining, but it cannot see the "movement" of the gastrointestinal tract or "damjeok" (phlegm-accumulation). The cause may be a decline in functional capacity.
Q. Will it recur after treatment?
A. The recurrence rate is significantly lower once gastrointestinal function is restored and eating habits are improved. Consistent management after treatment is important.
Q. Do I have to avoid flour-based foods for the rest of my life?
A. It is best to avoid them during treatment, but once your gastrointestinal function recovers, eating them occasionally is fine.
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