Healing Breakthroughs with KOSA Acupuncture | Tulsa OK Clinic

81. Upper arm pain, neck pain, low back pain, finger joint pain, ankle pain, tremors, hypertension, chronic fatigue, insomnia

• Patient: 79-year-old female (Registration No. 260623)
• Chief complaint:
  1. Upper arm pain
  2. neck pain
  3. low back pain
  4. finger joint pain (arthritis)
  5. ankle pain
• Associated conditions:
  1. Tremors (fingers, mouth, jaw)
  2. Hypertension (180/110 mmHg)
  3. Chronic fatigue
  4. Insomnia (approximately 4 hours of sleep)
• Medications:
  1. Carvedilol (for hypertension)
  2. Vitamin D3
  3. Additional Information: Diagnosed with vagus nerve dysfunction by Western medicine.
• Initial Visit (June 23, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all pain immediately after the procedure, with mild improvement in tremors.
  2. Detailed explanation provided on why all current medications can and should be discontinued.
     1. The patient agreed to stop the medications and was discharged.
• The patient’s review on Google Maps:

  • For the first time in years I’m without pain , I can truthfully say MR Kim addressed my health problems and the results are amazing he really wants to help us have good health . The cost is very reasonable and I’ll continue till I’m well. I recommend him to anyone who is seeking a better way to regain their health.

• Second Visit (June 25, 2026):
  1. Presented with no pain but mild hot flashes and sleep disturbance.
  2. The patient states that her blood pressure remains within the normal range despite complete discontinuation of all medications.
  3. Tremors showed marked improvement after treatment.
• Third Visit (June 30, 2026):
  1. Mild upper arm pain.
  2. Reports sleeping 8 hours per night with only one brief awakening.
  3. Tremors have improved to a nearly negligible level.
  4. Complete resolution of all pain after the procedure.

82. Migraine, neck pain (cervical pain), low back pain, erectile dysfunction, tinnitus

• Patient: 34-year-old male (Registration No. 260703)
• Chief complaint:
  1. Migraine
  2. neck pain (cervical pain)
  3. low back pain
• Associated symptom: Erectile dysfunction
• Medication: Sumatriptan
• Additional history: Has suffered from migraines almost lifelong since around age 3. Received emergency room treatment for severe migraine one week ago.
• Initial Visit (July 3, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of migraine, neck pain, and low back pain within 1 minute per condition after the procedure.
  2. Provided detailed explanation on why the current medication can and should be discontinued.
  3. The patient clearly expressed intention to discontinue the medication and was discharged.
• Patient’s review on Google Maps:

  • I’ve been struggling with chronic migraines for a long time, and acupuncture has made a huge difference for me. Since starting treatment, the frequency and severity of my migraines have improved significantly, and my overall quality of life has gotten much better.

    He is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. He takes the time to listen, explain the treatment, and make sure you’re comfortable throughout each session. I always leave feeling better than when I arrived.

    If you’re dealing with migraines or chronic pain, I highly recommend giving him a try. I’m incredibly grateful for the care I’ve received and the progress I’ve made.

• Second Visit (July 24, 2026):
  1. Erectile dysfunction resolved after the initial treatment.
  2. Migraine was absent for two days but recurred once daily from the third day, described as very mild.
  3. The patient reported that his wife asked him to request treatment for tinnitus as well.
  4. After today’s treatment, all pain resolved and tinnitus decreased by 50%.

83. Migraine, early perimenopause, sleep deprivation

• Patient: 46-year-old female (Registration No. 260703a)
• Chief complaint: Migraine
• Associated symptoms:
  1. Early perimenopause
  2. Sleep deprivation (5 hours/night due to migraine)
• Medications: No medication has provided any benefit so far.
• Additional history: Severe migraine attacks frequently accompanied by vomiting.
• Initial Visit (July 3, 2026): Complete resolution of migraine within 1 minute after the procedure.

84. Low back pain, type 2 diabetes mellitus

• Patient: 54-year-old female (Registration No. 260613)
• Chief complaint: Low back pain (over 6 years)
• Associated condition: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (over 18 years)
• Medications: Ozempic (for 3 years; previously on Metformin for over 15 years)
• First visit (June 13, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of pain after the procedure.
  2. Provided detailed explanation regarding the reasons why the current medications can and should be discontinued.
  3. The patient clearly expressed his intention to stop the medication and was discharged.
• Second visit (July 12, 2026):
  1. Presented with mild low back pain.
  2. Reported immediate discontinuation of Ozempic after the first visit; fasting blood glucose remained within the normal range with no symptoms of type 2 diabetes.
  3. Complete resolution of all pain after the procedure.

85. Anxiety disorder, sleep deprivation, multiple-site pain, cervicalgia, tongue pain, elbow pain, low back pain, hip pain, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, allergy, lifelong irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Patient: 46-year-old female (Registration No. 260714)
• Chief complaint:
  1. Anxiety disorder for 10 years
  2. sleep deprivation (4~5 hours per day) for 10 years
• Associated symptoms: Multiple-site pain
  1. cervicalgia
  2. tongue pain
  3. elbow pain
  4. low back pain for over 10 years
  5. hip pain
  6. knee pain
  7. plantar fasciitis for 1 year
  8. allergy
  9. lifelong irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Medications:
  1. Hydroxyzine (for anxiety and sleep, 3 months)
  2. Gabapentin (for pain, 2 years)
  3. Lunesta (for sleep, 3 months)
  4. Zyrtec (for allergy, 1 year)
  5. Singulair (for allergy, 1 year)
  6. Prozac (for anxiety and depression, 1.5 years)
  7. Seroquel (for sleep, 2 weeks)
• Additional history:
  1. Gastric bypass, cholecystectomy, tonsillectomy, hysterectomy, and plantar fasciitis surgery.
  2. Physical therapy and plantar fasciitis surgery provided little to no benefit.
• Initial Visit (July 14, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all pain after the procedure.
  2. Provided a detailed explanation of the reasons why the current medications can and should be discontinued.
  3. The patient stated she would consider discontinuation and was discharged.

86. Upper thoracic back pain, MTHFR gene mutation, Chronic migraine, Chronic insomnia, Chronic tinnitus, Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), Brain fog, Auditory processing disorder, abdominal bloating, and vitreous floaters

• Patient: 57-year-old female (Registration No. 260715)
• Chief complaint: Upper thoracic back pain (3 years)
• Associated symptoms:
  1. MTHFR gene mutation
  2. Chronic migraine since childhood/lifelong (3–4 episodes per month)
  3. Chronic insomnia for over 20 years (4–5 hours of sleep per night with nocturia 2–3 times nightly)
  4. Chronic tinnitus (15 years)
  5. Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
  6. Brain fog and auditory processing disorder for several years
  7. Abdominal bloating (6 months)
• Medications:
  1. Ivermectin as needed
  2. Antibiotics as needed
  3. THC gummies nightly for sleep
• Additional history:
  1. Hysterectomy (2008)
  2. Intensive care unit (ICU) admission following traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage secondary to head injury (February 2026)
• Initial Visit (July 14, 2026): Immediately following treatment, the patient reported complete resolution of upper thoracic back pain, all other pain symptoms, tinnitus, and all subjective discomforts.
• Patient’s review on Google Maps:

  • Master Kim is truly the BEST OF THE BEST! Went in to get relief from back pain and came out knowing and believing that I will actually be healed! If you have had enough of western doctors throwing medication at you that (at best) masks the problem and are ready to get to the root of the issue….go see Master Kim!! He is truly incredible! 10+ stars!! ⭐️

• Third Visit (July 17, 2026):
  1. The patient reported vitreous floaters for the first time.
  2. Abdominal bloating had completely resolved.
  3. Although she slept only 5–6 hours due to her dogs making noise, she reported experiencing deep, restorative sleep.
  4. She presented with complete resolution of upper thoracic back pain.
  5. Immediately following treatment, there was no change in the vitreous floaters or tinnitus, while all other subjective discomforts had resolved.
• Fourth Visit (July 18, 2026):
  1. Vitreous floaters and auditory processing disorder had completely resolved.
  2. Only mild abdominal bloating remained.
  3. The patient slept for 6 hours and awoke once due to her dogs, but reported deep, restorative sleep.
  4. There was no change in the tinnitus.
  5. She experienced severe upper thoracic back pain the previous day following relatively strenuous physical labor and prolonged awkward posture; however, the pain had substantially improved by the time of presentation.
  6. Immediately following treatment, complete resolution of the upper thoracic back pain, all other pain symptoms, and all subjective discomforts was achieved; however, there was no change in the tinnitus.

87. Breast lump, joint hypermobility (hyperextension), pain in the neck, trapezius muscles, and armpits

• Patient: 27-year-old female (Registration No. 260723)
• Chief complaint:
  1. Breast lump
  2. joint hypermobility (hyperextension)
• Associated symptoms: Pain in the neck, trapezius muscles, and armpits.
• Initial Visit (July 23, 2026):
  1. Immediately after the procedure, the breast lump decreased from approximately 1 inch in diameter to half that size,
  2. and all pain resolved completely.

88. Frequent urination and difficulty voiding, nocturia, depression, anxiety, sciatica, menstrual cramps, bladder spasms

• Patient: 31-year-old female (Registration No. 260731)
• Chief complaint:
  1. Frequent urination and difficulty voiding for over 10 years
  2. constipation for 5 years.
• Associated symptoms:
  1. Nocturia causing 2–3 awakenings per night
  2. lifelong depression and anxiety
  3. sciatica
  4. menstrual cramps
• Current Medications:
  1. Hydroxyzine for 1 year (for bladder spasms)
  2. Prozac for 3 weeks
  3. Jolessa birth control for 3 years (for menstrual cramps)
• Initial Visit (July 31, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all pain after the procedure.
  2. Detailed explanation provided regarding why all current medications should and can be discontinued.
  3. The patient stated she would consider this and was discharged.
• Second Visit (August 1, 2026):
  1. Reported three normal bowel movements since the initial visit.
  2. Slept through the night without nocturia-related awakenings, was able to fully empty the bladder, and had discontinued all medications except the birth control pill.
  3. Discharged after treatment.

89. Thumb pain, sleep apnea, tinnitus, low testosterone

• Patient: 60-year-old male (Registration No. 260802)
• Chief complaint: Thumb pain
• Associated symptoms:
  1. Sleep apnea (20 years, currently using CPAP)
  2. Tinnitus
  3. Low testosterone
• Additional Information:
  1. Bilateral total knee replacement (unable to fully squat)
  2. carpal tunnel syndrome surgery
  3. rotator cuff repair
  4. tinnitus developed after SSRI use
• Current Medications: Testosterone cypionate (intramuscular)
• Initial Visit (August 2, 2026):
  1. Complete resolution of all pain, improvement in vision, and resolution of right-sided tinnitus.
  2. Discontinuation of testosterone cypionate was recommended.
• Second Visit (August 3, 2026):
  1. Thumb pain recurred due to overuse.
  2. The patient reported good sleep and continued absence of right-sided tinnitus.
  3. After treatment, the thumb pain showed mild improvement.
• Third Visit (August 4, 2026):
  1. Presented with thumb pain and left-sided tinnitus.
  2. The patient was advised to trial sleeping without CPAP but declined due to concern.
  3. After treatment, the thumb pain mildly improved, and the left-sided tinnitus decreased to a level that was barely perceptible only with careful attention.

90. Low back pain, diplopia, overweight, restless legs syndrome, bilateral knee cracking noise, constipation, difficulty controlling bladder, decreased libido

• Patient: 45-year-old female (Registration No. 260807)
• Chief complaint: Low back pain.
• Associated symptoms:
  1. Diplopia
  2. Overweight
  3. Restless legs syndrome (RLS, since age 20)
  4. Bilateral knee cracking noise
  5. Constipation
  6. Difficulty controlling bladder
  7. Decreased libido
• Additional Information: L5/S1 degenerative bulging disc
• Initial Visit (August 7, 2026): Complete resolution of all pain and diplopia.
• Second Visit (August 8, 2026):
  1. Constipation, restless legs syndrome, and difficulty controlling bladder had also resolved.
  2. Presented with very mild low back pain, left shin pain, and trapezius pain.
  3. Complete resolution of all pain after treatment
  4. Methods for weight loss were explained.
• Third Visit (August 10, 2026):
  1. Reported severe low back pain two days prior upon waking, to the point of being unable to get up for nearly one hour.
  2. Presented with severe low back pain.
  3. Complete resolution of all pain after treatment.
• Fourth Visit (August 11, 2026):
  1. A coworker commented that the patient’s posture while walking had improved (spine more upright), which was encouraging.
  2. Presented with very mild low back pain.
  3. Pain resolved after treatment.