Q. I'm struggling to lose weight specifically in my lower body; how can a Korean medicine clinic help me with this?

Many people find that lower body fat is stubborn and doesn't respond to exercise or dieting because it is often caused by 'stagnation of circulation' rather than simple fat accumulation. At our clinic, we approach this through a comprehensive TKM perspective: First, we focus on removing Dameum (phlegm-fluid) and Eohyeol (blood stasis). These are abnormal metabolic waste products and stagnant blood that block the body's pathways. We clear these 'roadblocks' first to allow for smooth circulation. Second, we treat Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo). In TKM, the Spleen governs fluid metabolism. If the Spleen function is weak, water metabolism becomes impaired, leading to edema and swelling in the lower body. By strengthening the Spleen, we prevent unnecessary fluids from pooling in the legs. Third, we apply thermotherapy to the Lower Burner (Hacho). The area below the navel is the 'Lower Burner,' and when this region is cold, circulation slows down significantly. We use moxibustion and heat therapy to warm the lower body and activate metabolism. Finally, we prescribe customized herbal medicines. Instead of merely suppressing appetite, we use medicinal herbs tailored to your constitution to boost energy and facilitate waste excretion, creating a state where the body can naturally utilize energy. In essence, managing lower body obesity is a process of 'emptying, circulating, and warming.' When you visit, we will accurately diagnose whether your condition is primary edema or actual adipose tissue.