Healing Breakthroughs With KOSA Acupuncture

31. Chronic low back pain, knee pain, quadriceps and iliotibial band pain, TMJ pain, the left 5th digit pain, the right 1st and 3rd digit paresthesia, dorsal foot pain, Hives, functional dyspepsia, and cervicalgia

• Patient: 52-year-old female (Chart No. 260109)
• Chief Complaint:
  1. Chronic low back pain
  2. Knee pain (status post total knee arthroplasty in 2025),
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain
  2. The left 5th digit (little finger) pain
  3. The right 1st (thumb) and 3rd digit (middle finger) paresthesia
  4. Dorsal foot pain
  5. Urticaria (hives)
  6. Functional dyspepsia
  7. Cervicalgia
• Past Medical History:
  1. Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (1978)
  2. Total hysterectomy with ovarian conservation (2012)
  3. Cholecystectomy (2022)
  4. Appendectomy (2024)
  5. Total knee arthroplasty (2025)
• Current Medications:
  1. Adderall XR
  2. Celecoxib
• Initial Visit (January 9, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all presenting pain and discomfort symptoms.
  2. Residual mild paresthesia/hypoesthesia in the right thumb (1st digit) and middle finger (3rd digit) persists but is minimal/significantly improved.
• The patient’s review on Google Maps

  • I had a total knee and still having lots of IT band pain. I walked out tonight with no pain in my IT band. I will definitely be going back.

32. Alpha-gal syndrome, Urticaria, Chronic low back pain, Sciatica, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Hypertension

• Patient: 45-year-old female (Chart No. 260110)
• Chief Complaint:
  1. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS, Onset of symptoms since January 2025, diagnosed with positive alpha-gal specific IgE in March 2025)
  2. Urticaria (hives)
  3. Chronic low back pain (LBP)
  4. Sciatica
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)
  2. Hypertension (HTN)
• Current Medications:
  1. Lisinopril, Aspirin, Baclofen, Fenofibrate, Synjardy, and Ozempic (All medications taken for over 3 years)
  2. Alegra for 1 year
• Initial Visit (January 10, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all presenting pain and discomfort symptoms.
  2. Patient expresses intent to immediately discontinue all medications and is discharged home.

33. Cervicalgia, Upper arm pain, Low back pain, Hip pain, Knee pain, Decreased libido, and Weak urinary stream

• Patient: 52-year-old male (Chart No. 260109a)
• Chief Complaint:
  1. Cervicalgia
  2. Upper arm pain
  3. Low back pain (inflammation in spine)
  4. Hip pain
  5. Knee pain
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Decreased libido
  2. Weak urinary stream
• Past Medical History: Left total hip arthroplasty (THA/THR) in December 2025
• Initial Visit Note (January 9, 2026)
• Post-treatment follow-up: Complete resolution of all presenting pain symptoms.

34. Chronic low back pain, chronic hip pain, and ADHD – KOSA Acupuncture Testimonial

• Patient: 42-year-old female (Chart No. 251224)
• Chief Complaint: Chronic low back pain (LBP) and chronic hip pain (for 15 years, Constant daily pain, exacerbated by prolonged standing)
• Associated Symptoms: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Past Medical History: Lumbar radiofrequency ablation (RFA) performed on July 12, 2023, with minimal or no significant pain relief
• Initial Visit (December 24, 2025): Complete resolution of all presenting pain and discomfort symptoms.

35. Chronic low back pain and sleep apnea

• Patient: 53-year-old female (Chart No. 260111)
• Chief Complaint: Chronic low back pain. Onset following a traffic accident in 2003, persistent since then. Severe acute exacerbation this morning, with extreme difficulty in getting up and ambulating.
• Associated Symptoms / Comorbidities: Sleep apnea
• Past Medical History:
  1. A traffic accident in 2003, followed by the onset of chronic low back pain.
  2. Multiple chiropractic treatments performed with minimal or no significant pain relief.
• Medications:
  1. Lisinopril (hypertension, for 10 years)
  2. Baby aspirin (for 10 years)
• Initial Visit (January 11, 2026): Complete resolution of all presenting pain and discomfort symptoms. Range of motion improved to a level better than the pre-traffic accident baseline.
• 2nd visit on January 12, 2026:
  1. Presented with only mild stiffness/soreness (or dull discomfort/tightness) without any pain.
  2. Patient reports complete absence of low back pain during work hours and expresses significant satisfaction/relief regarding this improvement.
  3. Post-Treatment – Complete resolution of all pain and discomfort symptoms following treatment. Any residual mild stiffness/soreness has also fully resolved.
• 3rd visit on January 16, 2026:
  1. The patient presented with only minimal, trace stiffness in the ankle region.
  2. Aspirin has been discontinued.
  3. The patient reported tapering the Lisinopril dosage by half (50% reduction).
  4. Per the patient’s statement, he remained entirely asymptomatic (no back pain) during work-related activities.
  5. The patient expressed significant satisfaction with the progress.
  6. Upon completion of treatment, all pain and discomfort have achieved complete resolution. Residual stiffness has been fully alleviated.

36. Chronic low back pain

• Patient: 77-year-old female (Chart No. 260112)
• Chief Complaint: Chronic low back pain
• Associated Symptoms / Comorbidities:
  1. Hypertension
  2. Hypercholesterolemia
  3. Type 2 diabetes mellitus
  4. Chronic kidney disease stage III
  5. Edema
  6. Hearing impairment (uses hearing aids)
  7. Constipation
  8. Overweight
  9. Imbalance (particularly when ascending or descending stairs)
  10. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Past Medical History:
  1. Quadruple coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in 1994
  2. Skin cancer in 1997
  3. Myocardial infarction (heart attack) in 2020
  4. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (broken heart syndrome) in 2025
• Current medications:
  1. Tamsulosin
  2. Rosuvastatin
  3. Gabapentin
  4. Carvedilol
  5. Allopurinol
  6. Folic Acid
  7. Lisinopril
  8. Furosemide
  9. Pantoprazole
  10. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)
  11. Empagliflozin
  12. Apixaban,
  13. Ferrous Sulfate,
  14. Amiodarone
  15. Finasteride
  16. Levothyroxine
• Initial Visit (January 12, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all presenting pain and discomfort symptoms.
  2. Significantly improved range of motion (ROM), with which the patient is highly satisfied.
  3. Marked improvement in visual acuity noted.
  4. Explained to the patient in detail regarding current medications:
     • Success rates and expected therapeutic benefits, Major adverse effects and side effects, Risks of drug-drug interactions, Rationale for potential discontinuation (why medications may be safely stopped), Safe discontinuation strategies (including tapering protocols and required monitoring).
     • Additionally, emphasized that through dietary and lifestyle modifications, it is possible to address and eliminate underlying root causes, achieve healing without medication-related side effects, and dramatically shorten the overall treatment duration.
     • Patient stated that he/she will seriously consider the discussed options.
• 2nd visit on January 13, 2026:
  1. Presented with only mild stiffness/soreness (or dull discomfort/muscle tightness) without pain.
  2. Post-treatment:
     • Complete resolution of all pain and discomfort symptoms.
     • Residual mild stiffness/soreness also fully resolved.
     • Marked improvement in visual acuity noted.
• Third visit (February 11, 2026):
  1. Presented with mild hip joint pain and low back pain.
  2. Reported no pain at all for 2 weeks following the second treatment.
  3. Complete resolution of all pain after this treatment.
  4. The patient is still reluctant to discontinue the oral medications.

37. Alpha-gal syndrome, Tinnitus, Acid reflux, Hypertension, Asthma, and Chronic low back stiffness

• Patient: 51-year-old male (Chart No. 260115)
• Chief Complaint: Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS): Duration 13 years, diagnosed 1 week ago
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Tinnitus (15 years duration, left side worse than right, the patient attributes to traumatic exposure from hunting rifle shooting), acid reflux (13 years)
  2. Hypertension (10 years)
  3. Asthma (9 years)
  4. Chronic low back stiffness (several years)
• Current Medications:
  1. Pepcid (famotidine, H2-receptor antagonist, for acid reflux / GERD, 13 years)
  2. Lisinopril (ACE inhibitor, for hypertension, 10 years)
  3. Singulair (montelukast, leukotriene receptor antagonist, for asthma, 9 years)
• Western Medicine Physician’s Opinion: Alpha-gal syndrome symptoms attributed to dysfunction or poor health of the gallbladder; cholecystectomy recommended.
• Initial Visit (January 15, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of low back stiffness.
  2. Resolution of right-sided tinnitus.
  3. Marked reduction in left-sided tinnitus.
  4. Resolution of chest tightness/oppression.
  5. Improved visual acuity, no longer requires glasses.
  6. Patient expresses intent to discontinue all current medications.
• Patient Education / Counseling:
  1. Explained that, according to the principles of this academy, the gallbladder functions as the “spouse” (partner) of the liver. Performing a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) may place an excessive burden on the liver, potentially leading to numerous serious conditions associated with liver and gallbladder dysfunction, such as impaired liver function, chronic digestive issues, fatigue, immune dysregulation, and others. Therefore, gallbladder removal should be avoided whenever possible.
  2. All of the patient’s conditions—including alpha-gal syndrome—and associated pain/symptoms can be effectively treated and resolved by: Restoring and strengthening healthy liver function through targeted therapy and implementing proper dietary and lifestyle modifications (e.g., restricting red meat and avoiding foods burdensome to the liver/gallbladder). This approach addresses the root cause, allowing for natural resolution without the need for concern regarding the gallbladder. The patient listened attentively to the explanation.

38. Chronic cervicalgia, scapular pain radiating to the elbow, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), dysmenorrhea, allergies, chronic migraines, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and lifelong chronic constipation

• Patient: 40-year-old female (Chart No. 260116)
• Chief Complaint: Chronic cervicalgia and scapular pain radiating to the elbow, persisting for several months.
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
  2. dysmenorrhea
  3. allergies
  4. chronic migraines (onset 2001)
  5. ADHD
  6. depression
  7. anxiety
  8. lifelong chronic constipation.
• Past Medical History:
  1. History of melanoma (diagnosed in 2013 and 2019).
  2. ER visit due to colitis on Nov 23, 2025.
• Current Medications:
  1. Celecoxib (NSAID) and Tizanidine (Muscle relaxant) for 2 months
  2. Guanfacine ER (ADHD)
  3. Topiramate and Sumatriptan (Migraine prophylaxis/abortive)
  4. Levothyroxine (Hormone replacement therapy following total thyroidectomy in 2019)
  5. Duloxetine DR (SNRI)
  6. stool softeners
• Initial Visit (January 16, 2026):
  1. Achieved complete resolution of all pain symptoms immediately post-treatment. 
  2. Patient Education / Counseling:
     • Advised to restrict all forms of exercise except for walking.
     • Discussed a clinical roadmap toward discontinuing all medications through an organic plant-based diet and targeted nutritional supplementation.
• Patient Review (Google Maps):

• My pain was significantly decreased after the first few minutes. I’m excited to see how much improvement I get out of a few more treatments.

• 2nd visit (January 18, 2026):
  1. Medication Compliance & Progress: Since the initial visit, the patient has discontinued all medications except for Levothyroxine, which has been tapered to a 50% dose.
  2. Resolved Symptoms (Post-Initial Treatment): The patient reports complete resolution of the following chronic conditions:
     1. PMS
     2. dysmenorrhea
     3. allergies
     4. chronic migraines
     5. ADHD
     6. depression
     7. anxiety
     8. chronic constipation
     9. Significant improvement in visual acuity (the patient no longer requires corrective lenses (glasses)).
  3. Current Presentation: Presented with trace cervicalgia and minimal scapular pain.
  4. Post-Treatment Outcome:
     1. Achieved complete resolution of all presenting pain.
     2. Further improvement was observed in the range of Motion (ROM) and visual acuity.

39. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, thumb pain, cervicalgia, scapulohumeral pain, scapular pain, upper/lower back pain, hip and knee arthralgia, hypertension, depression, and anxiety

• Patient: 59-year-old male (Chart No. 260117)
• Chief Complaint:
  1. Multifocal pain involving Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
  2. thumb pain
  3. cervicalgia
  4. scapulohumeral pain
  5. scapular pain
  6. upper/lower back pain
  7. hip and knee arthralgia
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Hypertension,
  2. depression
  3. anxiety
• Context: The patient was scheduled for CTS surgery per a physician’s recommendation. However, due to severe pain interfering with activities of daily living (ADL), the patient sought alternative treatment via a colleague’s referral.
• Current Medications:
  1. Losartan
  2. Sertraline
  3. Aspirin
• Initial Visit – Jan 17, 2026:
  1. Achieved complete resolution of all pain symptoms.
  2. Range of motion (ROM) has been restored to normal physiological limits.
  3. The patient expressed a strong desire to discontinue all current medications.
  4. Patient Education & Counseling:
     1. Discussed the limitations of surgical intervention, noting that success rates are not 100% and clinical outcomes can be highly subjective.
     2. Counseled on potential risks, including symptomatic exacerbation or the onset of new post-surgical complications.
     3. Emphasized the benefits of systemic recovery through dietary modification and targeted nutritional supplementation.
     4. The patient showed an excellent understanding and was receptive to the provided information.
  5. The patient’s review on Google Maps:

     • Master Kim is amazing! He takes as much time as needed to explain the acupuncture procedure, meet his patients’ needs address overall health outside of the actual appointment. He is very passionate about the field of practice and he is so extremely knowledgeable about the human body. He is also personable, professional and transparent. Thank you so much for your time and I look forward to continuing to heal under your care!!

40. Ocular pain, occipital neuralgia, cerviconuchal pain, scapulohumeral pain, low back pain, hip/knee arthralgia, pain in the third toe, hypothyroidism, diplopia, postural instability, and dizziness

• Patient: 82-year-old female (Chart No. 260117a)
• Chief Complaint:
  1. Ocular pain, occipital neuralgia
  2. cerviconuchal pain
  3. scapulohumeral pain
  4. low back pain
  5. hip/knee arthralgia
  6. pain in the third toe
• Associated Symptoms:
  1. Hypothyroidism
  2. diplopia
  3. postural instability
  4. dizziness
• Current Medications: NP Thyroid (prescribed for 25 years)
• Initial Visit on Jan 17, 2026:
  1. Achieved complete resolution of all pain and general discomfort post-treatment.
  2. Diplopia remained unchanged (status quo).
  3. Patient Education & Counseling:
     • Counseled on systemic recovery through an organic plant-based diet and targeted nutritional supplementation.
     • Discussed the potential for tapering and eventually discontinuing NP Thyroid medication as health stabilizes.
     • The patient expressed openness to reviewing their medication regimen.
  4. Follow-up: Two hours post-discharge, the patient sent an email stating: “Thank you for today, I feel hopeful!“