Gentle, supportive care for lingering symptoms after COVID-19

Some individuals continue to experience symptoms weeks or months after recovering from COVID-19. These post-COVID conditions, sometimes referred to as long COVID, may affect energy, sleep, mood, and overall well-being.

At Kihyon Sohn Acupuncture in Beaverton, acupuncture is offered as supportive care for people experiencing lingering symptoms after COVID-19. Care is provided using gentle, low-stimulation techniques designed for individuals who may feel sensitive, fatigued, or overwhelmed.

Common Post-COVID Symptoms

Post-COVID conditions vary widely. Patients may seek supportive acupuncture care for symptoms such as:

  • Persistent fatigue or low stamina
  • Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Shortness of breath or chest tightness
  • Anxiety or emotional changes
  • Digestive discomfort

Acupuncture is used to support comfort and regulation and does not replace medical evaluation or care.

How Acupuncture May Support Post-COVID Recovery

Supportive acupuncture care focuses on regulation and gradual recovery, not forceful stimulation.

Patients often seek acupuncture to help with:

  • Energy regulation
  • Nervous system calming
  • Sleep quality
  • Emotional resilience
  • Overall sense of balance

Care is adjusted carefully based on daily symptoms and tolerance.

A Gentle Approach for Post-Illness Sensitivity

Many people with post-COVID conditions report increased sensitivity to stimulation.

At Kihyon Sohn Acupuncture, care emphasizes:

  • Very gentle acupuncture techniques
  • Minimal needle use
  • Shorter or modified sessions when appropriate
  • Close attention to response and recovery

Treatment plans remain flexible and adaptive.

Emotional Health and Sleep After COVID

Post-COVID symptoms often overlap with:

When present, care is adjusted to address these interconnected concerns.

You may also wish to review our pages on acupuncture for anxiety and panic attacks, acupuncture for depression and emotional health, and acupuncture for insomnia and sleep difficulties.

Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Considerations

In some cases, traditional herbal medicine may be considered as part of supportive care after COVID-19. Recommendations are made conservatively and adjusted gradually based on response and safety.

Herbal medicine is not always appropriate for every patient and is offered only when suitable.

Learn more about each approach on the Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine pages.

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first visit includes:

  • A detailed discussion of COVID-19 history and current symptoms
  • Traditional diagnostic assessment
  • A gentle acupuncture session tailored to your energy level
  • Guidance on pacing and follow-up care

Care is individualized rather than protocol-based.

About the Practitioner

Care is provided by Dr. Kihyon Sohn, L.Ac, a licensed acupuncturist with experience supporting patients recovering from illness using Korean acupuncture and traditional Asian herbal medicine.

You can learn more about Dr. Sohn on the About page.

Serving Beaverton and the Portland Metro Area

Kihyon Sohn Acupuncture is located in Beaverton, Oregon, serving patients from Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, and the greater Portland metro area. Many patients seek gentle acupuncture for post-illness recovery and ongoing fatigue.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are seeking gentle acupuncture for post-COVID conditions in Beaverton and want supportive, carefully paced care, we invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss your symptoms and goals.

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