Sujok Therapy: Korean Science That Heals Through Your Hands and Feet
Key Takeaways
- Sujok Therapy is a Korean healing therapy that uses hand and foot points to activate the body’s natural healing ability – without medicines or side effects.
- From the perspective of alternative therapies, Sujok offers effective drug-free methods for treatment and prevention of chronic pain, lifestyle diseases like diabetes, hypertension, heart and kidney disorders, hormonal imbalances like thyroid disorders and reproductive problems like PCOD, endometroism, infertility, autoimmune diseases, skin disorders, emotional and mental issues, stress and anxiety, respiratory issues, etc.
- Each tool in Sujok (seeds, magnets, color, moxa) has a scientific reasoning and is effective at rebalancing one’s physical, emotional and energetic systems.
- With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Monisha Rawat offers therapy and certified courses that empower individuals to take charge of their own healing.
The Global Rise of Korean Healing: Why Sujok Is Gaining Ground
Subtly and simultaneously significantly, Korean Culture has influenced the global wellness space – whether it’s skincare rituals, fermented foods, or energy-based therapies. Not only has the world embraced Korean culture for its aesthetic appeal, but also for its long term health solutions.
One such tradition is Sujok Therapy – a simple healing system rooted in ancient knowledge and modern science. Developed by Professor Park Jae Woo in South Korea, Sujok Therapy offers an empowering way to heal, not with medication, but with your own body’s energy.
Currently, as people are feeling more burnt out, overmedicated, and disconnected from their bodies, Sujok offers to restore balance. It is not only effective, but 100% safe. Since it works only through stimulating the body’s natural forces, Sujok is one of the safest therapies known.
What Is Sujok Therapy?
The word “Sujok” comes from two Korean words – “Su” meaning hand, and “Jok” meaning foot. The idea of Sujok is that our entire body is represented as our micro map in our hands and feet. Every organ, joint, system, and even our emotional and energetic states can be accessed through these points.
By stimulating specific Sujok points, we send precise healing signals to corresponding body parts. It’s a method that’s powerful enough to relieve chronic illness, yet simple enough for anyone to learn.
Unlike medicine, which often treats isolated symptoms, Sujok helps restore the entire internal balance – physically, emotionally, and energetically – and acts as an alternative to conventional medicines.
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Tools Used in Sujok Therapy (And the Science Behind Them)
Sujok therapy uses a combination of tools and techniques. Each tool has a physiological and energetic effect on the body, rooted in neuroscience, microsystem theory, and energy medicine.
1. Seed Therapy
Common kitchen seeds (like fenugreek, peas, or black pepper) are placed on the Sujok points of the hand or foot.
Why it works: Seeds carry biological energy, and when taped to pressure points, they stimulate circulation and signal healing through nerve pathways. They also create gentle, sustained pressure that triggers natural repair mechanisms.
2. Magnet Therapy
Small, polarized magnets are placed to balance “excess” and “deficient” energies in the body.
Scientific basis: Magnets influence blood flow, lymphatic drainage, and cellular ion exchange, helping restore equilibrium in overactive or underperforming organs.
3. Color Therapy
Colors are applied to meridian or chakra points using sketch pens or stickers.
Why it works: Different colors are associated with different energy frequencies. Red, for instance, increases strength and blue soothes the nervous system. When used on accurate energy systems, colors can balance physiological processes.
4. Moxa Therapy
Also known as heat therapy, dried herbs (usually mugwort) are used to gently warm the Sujok points.
Scientific explanation: Heat increases blood circulation, reduces inflammation, and accelerates metabolic activity at a cellular level.
5. Acupressure and Micro-Needling
Manual pressure or micro-needles are used to stimulate deeply blocked energy channels, especially in chronic conditions.
This is where Sujok overlaps with acupuncture, showing visible results in pain management, hormone regulation, and emotional clarity.
Benefits of Sujok Therapy: More Than Just Pain Relief
Sujok therapy offers holistic healing as it eases, soothes and even balances energy. Addressing blockages at the core of the issue, be it physical, emotional or energetic.
1. Physical Healing
Sujok is highly effective in managing and reversing:
- Chronic pain (knees, back, shoulder, neck)
- Migraines and headaches
- PCOD, thyroid, and hormonal irregularities
- Digestive disorders like acidity, bloating, and constipation
- Sleep disturbances and low immunity
- Joint stiffness and muscle fatigue
2. Respiratory Relief - Sujok for Cough
SuJok’s impact on respiratory health is significant. By stimulating the lung-related points on the thumb and palm, it enhances airflow, clears mucus, and strengthens lung function.
It is helpful for:
- Dry, allergic coughs
- Post-viral respiratory weakness
- Sinus congestion
- Breathlessness and wheezing
Many individuals experience faster recovery and less dependency on medication simply through daily stimulation of Sujok points for cough.
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3. Mental Wellness & Emotional Balance
The body holds emotion, and Sujok unlocks it. When emotional stress is trapped in specific organs (for example, grief in the lungs or anxiety in the stomach), it manifests as physical symptoms.
Sujok helps in:
- Reducing anxiety and panic attacks
- Lifting emotional heaviness and low moods
- Improving focus, energy, and motivation
- Balancing chakras for emotional regulation
When combined with chakra healing, Sujok becomes a complete inner-reset tool, calming the mind while energizing the body.
Prevention is the Best Medicine
While Sujok Therapy is incredibly effective as a treatment, its power as a preventive tool is often underestimated.
By regularly stimulating Sujok points and maintaining energetic hygiene, you can:
- Prevent diseases from taking root
- Improve body awareness
- Strengthen natural immunity
- Maintain emotional equilibrium
- Stay connected with your body’s needs
This makes Sujok not just a response to illness, but a way of life that fosters long-term health.
Learning Sujok: Certified Courses at Monisha’s Mantra
At Monisha’s Mantra, we offer step-by-step Sujok Therapy training programs designed for individuals, caregivers, therapists, and medical professionals alike.
Our courses include:
Sujok Level 1
Introduction to hand-foot microsystems, basic treatments, seed and magnet therapy.
Sujok Level 2
Advanced techniques like six-ki theory, meridian balancing, and emotional healing.
Sujok Level 3
Chakra integration, disease mapping, internal organ diagnostics, and treatment layering.
Sujok Level 4
Triorigin theory, case-based practice, and full-body holistic transformation.
All courses are taught by Dr. Monisha Rawat, who trained directly under the inventor of Sujok Therapy, Professor Park Jae Woo. With over two decades of clinical experience, she brings not just technical expertise but a deeply compassionate, spiritual, and scientific lens to her teaching.
Why Monisha’s Mantra?
Healing is not one-size-fits-all. At Monisha’s Mantra, we customize Sujok treatments for every individual, integrating chakra healing, breathwork, lifestyle changes, and energy therapy.
We offer:
- Personal therapy sessions (in-person and online)
- Group healing programs
- Certified Sujok Therapy courses in Mumbai
- Preventive care modules for corporate wellness and chronic lifestyle issues
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Conclusion: The Most Natural Way to Heal
You don’t need to be a healer to use Sujok. You just need to believe that healing is possible.
And often, all it takes… is one small point on your hand.
In a world filled with synthetic solutions, Sujok Therapy offers a path back to nature, energy, and self-awareness. It’s more than just an alternative – it’s a revolution in wellness that you can carry with you, always.
Frequently Asked Questions ?
Yes, Sujok Therapy is an effective complementary healing technique. Many people have experienced relief from pain, stress, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. However, results vary depending on individual conditions and consistency in application. It is safe, non-invasive, and can be used alongside conventional medicine.
Sujok Therapy uses various seeds for healing, including:
- Fenugreek seeds – For pain relief and respiratory issues.
- Black pepper seeds – Helps improve circulation and clear congestion.
- Green gram (moong dal) – Reduces inflammation and swelling.
- Mustard seeds – Provides warmth and relieves joint pain.
- Wheat grains – Boosts vitality and strength.
These seeds are taped to specific acupressure points to stimulate natural healing.
- Acupressure is a holistic healing technique that applies pressure to specific points on the body to relieve pain and improve energy flow.
- Sujok Therapy is a specialized form of acupressure that focuses on treating the entire body through corresponding points on the hands and feet. It integrates seed therapy, color therapy, and magnet therapy for enhanced healing.
Yes, Sujok Therapy can help manage swollen adenoids by stimulating specific points on the hands and feet to reduce inflammation and improve immunity.
Results vary based on the condition being treated. Some people experience immediate relief, while others may need multiple sessions to see significant improvements but it should take 2-3 months where you can start seeing the results.
Sujok Therapy is generally safe and non-invasive. However, improper application of pressure points may cause temporary discomfort. It is best to learn from an expert or a certified practitioner.
Korean Sujok Therapy is the original form developed by Prof. Park Jae Woo. It integrates acupuncture, acupressure, seed therapy, and color therapy for a more comprehensive healing approach.
Yes, Sujok Therapy can be used to relieve cough and other respiratory issues by stimulating pressure points that enhance lung function and boost immunity.
In Sujok Therapy, the hand is considered a microcosm of the body. Stimulating specific points on the hand can positively impact corresponding organs, helping with pain relief and healing.
Sujok Therapy is used for headaches, sinusitis, back pain, joint pain, respiratory issues like cough and asthma, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and stress-related conditions.
