Korean medicine may include acupuncture, herbal medicine or cupping. Ask about the purpose, evidence and risks of each proposed treatment.
Understand the proposal
- Confirm the practitioner's role and the exact treatment being offered.
- Ask what benefit is expected for your condition and what other options exist.
Check safety
- Tell the practitioner about medicines, supplements, allergies and pregnancy before treatment.
- Ask about herb–medicine interactions. Cupping can cause burns and infection; ask how the clinic reduces these risks.
Confirm costs and follow-up
- Request an itemized estimate. Confirm your own insurance coverage directly with the insurer.
- Ask which symptoms need medical attention. Do not stop prescribed medicines without advice from the prescribing clinician.
Sources and update
Editorial source check: September 10, 2026. No independent clinical review is claimed.
UK and US sources support general health information. Their local rules are not presented as Korean law.
General information. Discuss your care with a qualified clinician.
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