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Korean medicinePublished 2026-09-09

[Neck and Shoulder Pain] If You’re Experiencing Persistent Pain and Fatigue in Your Neck and Shoulder Joints, Here’s What to Check

  • Key points
  • Ulsan When consulting about neck and shoulder pain or chronic fatigue, it is important not to repeatedly focus solely on relieving the painful areas while postponing an assessment of the underlying cause.
  • When you repeatedly experience days with a stiff neck and heavy shoulders, it’s easy to brush it off by thinking, “It must be because of my poor posture.”
  • However, if the pain persists for more than a few weeks and fatigue does not subside even with rest, it is important to determine whether it is simply a temporary muscle knot or a condition that requires further evaluation.

Read the full article on the Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan blog (Korean) ↗

What this article covers

  • Quick Answers
  • Things to Check When Neck and Shoulder Pain Persists
  • 5 Things to Check Before Your Appointment
  • Why Pain and Chronic Fatigue Often Go Hand in Hand
  • It’s better to change your posture frequently rather than trying to correct it all at once
  • Sleep and Activity Plan to Aid Recovery
  • Differences to Consider Based on the Location of Pain
  • How to Reduce Stress While Balancing Work and Caregiving

You can view the full content in the original post on the official blog at Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan.

Original: Read the full article on the Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan blog (Korean) ↗

Jo Seong-won

Chief Director · Korean medicine doctor (KMD) · Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan

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[Digestive System] If You Experience Recurring Nausea and Gagging, Check Your Autonomic Nervous System as Well

  • Repeated feelings of nausea and retching do not necessarily indicate an autonomic nervous system disorder.
  • Causes vary widely and may include gastroenteritis, reflux esophagitis, medication side effects, migraines, pregnancy, and ear disorders. If you experience weight loss, repeated vomiting, vomiting blood, black stools, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, or new neurological symptoms, prompt medical evaluation is essential.
  • Some people experience an upset stomach when they wake up in the morning, feel the urge to retch before important events, and postpone meals because even a small amount of food makes them feel nauseous.
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[Bladder and Urinary Disorders] Overactive Bladder in Ulsan: Why Should You Seek Treatment for Urge Incontinence When It’s Hard to Hold It In?

  • If you find it difficult to hold your urine or experience slight, involuntary leakage, you should get checked out.
  • When you’re tired or under stress, your autonomic nervous system can become disrupted, potentially making the symptoms worse, so you should be cautious.
  • By combining traditional Korean medicine treatments with lifestyle management, you can normalize your urination habits, so we recommend visiting us as soon as possible.
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[Endometrial Adhesions] If Your Menstrual Flow Has Decreased and You’re Having Trouble Getting Pregnant, Here’s What to Check First

  • Endometrial adhesions refer to a condition in which the inner walls of the uterus stick together, which can affect the shape of the uterine cavity or the flow of menstrual blood.
  • If your menstrual flow has noticeably decreased or stopped following a D&C after a miscarriage, uterine surgery, or an intrauterine infection, or if you are experiencing recurrent miscarriages or difficulty conceiving, you should consult an OB/GYN to determine whether an evaluation of the uterine cavity is necessary.
  • It can be concerning if your menstrual flow decreases significantly compared to before after a miscarriage or childbirth, or if you experience lower abdominal pain around your expected period but have almost no bleeding.

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[Weight Loss] If You’re Struggling to Lose Weight, Focus on Your Metabolism Before Your Weight

  • Ulsan Diet herbal medicine Consultations go beyond simply reducing your weight.
  • We need to consider all factors together: why you can’t control your appetite, why you experience severe swelling, why you feel like you’re gaining weight even after eating just a little, why you’re too tired to exercise, and even sleep deprivation and stress.
  • Rather than extreme dieting, regulating your body’s metabolic processes is the first step toward lasting weight loss.
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[Growth Supplements] For Children with Slow Growth: Check Their Growth Pattern Before Turning to Growth Supplements

  • The key to growth lies not in “how much a child has grown,” but in “whether the growth rate is being maintained.”
  • When a child appears shorter than their peers, parents tend to get worried.
  • However, before considering growth supplements, you should first check how many centimeters your child has actually grown over the past 6 months to 1 year, where they stand on the growth curve, and whether signs of puberty are appearing early.
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[Post-COVID Fatigue] Fatigue and Frequent Colds After COVID-19: What to Check First During Recovery

  • Ulsan When seeking consultation for post-COVID fatigue and immunity, the first step is not to jump to the conclusion that “your immune system has weakened,” but rather to determine how long the fatigue has persisted after the infection and to identify any accompanying symptoms, such as shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, or dizziness.
  • While fatigue and difficulty concentrating may persist after COVID-19, if you experience severe shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or new neurological symptoms, prompt medical evaluation is essential.
  • There are people who, even after their fever and cough have subsided following a bout with COVID-19, still feel that “their energy hasn’t returned,” “even the slightest exertion leaves them exhausted until the next day,” or “they seem to catch colds more easily.”

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