I'm particularly concerned about my lower body. How does your clinic manage and treat lower body obesity?
Rather than simply restricting calories, we focus on 'circulation.' We first clear stagnant waste and excess fluids from the lower body before targeting body fat. Since causes vary—whether it is edema, actual fat, or a circulation issue—we provide personalized prescriptions based on a comprehensive constitutional diagnosis.
I completely understand your frustration; I remember when I blindly focused on exercise only to have my calves get thicker. It can be incredibly discouraging.
In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), lower body obesity is viewed not merely as a fat accumulation issue, but as a phenomenon occurring when the circulation of Qi and Blood is obstructed. We typically approach treatment through the following stages:
1. Removal of Phlegm-Fluid (Dameum/습담): When unnecessary fluids and waste accumulate in the body, it is called 'Dameum.' We first facilitate the discharge of these substances to relieve the heavy sensation in the lower body.
2. Improving Blood Stasis (Eohyeol): When blood circulation is poor, residues known as 'Eohyeol' (blood stasis) can form. If blood flowing down to the lower body cannot return efficiently, chronic swelling occurs. We use prescriptions to clear these pathways.
3. Supporting Spleen Deficiency (Biheo): If the function of the Spleen (the organ responsible for digestion and fluid metabolism) is weak, fluid metabolism fails, leading to severe lower body edema. We strengthen this function so the body can regulate fluids naturally.
4. Constitution-Based Weight Loss: Once the circulatory foundation is restored, we use customized herbal medicine tailored to your specific constitution to boost metabolism and efficiently manage body fat.
Rather than 'blind effort' like extreme fasting or excessive walking, it is crucial to first identify where the stagnation is occurring in your body. Please visit us so we can find the right solution for you.
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