Shocking Discovery: Hundreds of Gold Needles Found in Woman’s Knee
A routine scan in South Korea revealed a 65-year-old woman’s knee was filled with hundreds of tiny gold needles. What she thought was ordinary osteoarthritis pain—stiffness, swelling, and cartilage wear—turned out to be far more unusual.
She had tried standard treatments like painkillers and anti-inflammatories with little relief, so she turned to acupuncture. While generally safe, prolonged or improper techniques can leave retained needles, which may cause inflammation, tissue damage, or infection over time.
Doctors warn that even common alternative therapies carry risks if not properly monitored. This case highlights the importance of informed choices in pain management and balancing traditional practices with modern medical care.
