Headaches. Neck and Shoulder Pain

Main Complaint: Headaches. Neck and Shoulder Pain

Date of First Visit: July 31st 2010

Date of Birth: November 4, 1984

Time of Birth: 4:42am

Place of Birth: Seoul

( Female / 27 )

November 4, 1984 4:42 second birth, longitude 135

Spacetime Confirmation:

           She enjoys sour flavour, such as lemon, vinegar etc. also fruits and vegetables.

           She prefers fish, and seafood more than meat.

           However, she has passion for spicy foods, which I asked to try and limit the intake.

           Very sensitive in nature; easily confused, and have difficulty making up her mind.

Medical History/Confirmation:

           Pain in neck and shoulders since childhood; very tight muscles in shoulders.

           Headache began two years ago since she arrived to Vancouver. Normally experiencing constant headache symptoms on the left side parietal lobe. Take advil on daily basis.

           Very much tenderness on 'Pungji' GB 20.

           Thyroid problems in July 2005. Removed tumor.

           Always experienced excruciating pain in lower back and headaches on the day and day before the period.

[Treatment]

           Acupuncture Point: Inyoung ST 9, Oekwan TB 5 / Jokrimeup GB 41

           Massage and Stretching therapy applied.

           Recommended walking exercise and steam therapy.

[Summary]

           Headache symptom was addressed quite immediately after the first treatment throughout the week, and continued to stay away until the 3rd week when she missed a treatment.

           Headache was still absent during the period.

           Shoulder and neck pain continues to be painful. Only a minimal comfort which lasts one or two days.

           Treatment given once every two to three weeks. Headache is absent for the past three weeks.

[Provider] TIme Acupuncture Clinic October 10, 2010