Bursitis Treatment in Seoul, Korea

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English-speaking bursitis care made easy at one trusted clinic in Seoul. Discover Nucellin’s doctor-supervised treatments, transparent pricing, and real patient results—all in one place.

Welcome for International Patients

Painful, swollen joints from bursitis can derail work, workouts, and travel. At Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic (Yongsan, Seoul), Dr. Kim Hee-Jun provides doctor-supervised, English-friendly care that targets pain, calms inflammation, and restores movement—tailored for expats, students, and medical travelers.

What Is Bursitis?

Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa—a small fluid-filled sac that cushions tendons and bones. Common sites include the shoulder (subacromial), elbow (olecranon), hip (trochanteric), knee (prepatellar/pes anserine), and heel. Triggers include overuse, poor biomechanics, repetitive pressure, or post-injury irritation.

Typical symptoms: localized pain, tenderness, swelling, warmth, and pain with movement or pressure.

Conditions We Treat

  • Shoulder bursitis (impingement-related pain)
  • Hip trochanteric bursitis (outer-hip pain, night discomfort)
  • Elbow olecranon bursitis (posterior elbow swelling)
  • Knee prepatellar or pes anserine bursitis (kneeling or running pain)
  • Ankle/heel bursitis (overuse, footwear friction)
Final diagnosis follows an orthopedic exam; ultrasound may be used to confirm.

Our Treatment Approach

  1. Accurate Diagnosis
    Focused exam, ultrasound when indicated, and review of training/work/ergonomics.
  2. Conservative Care First
  • Targeted rest & load management (modify aggravating activity)
  • Ice/heat protocols, anti-inflammatory strategies as appropriate
  • Physical therapy: mobility, tendon loading, posture/biomechanics correction
  • Bracing/taping or padding for pressure areas; footwear advice (hip/heel)
  1. Targeted Procedures (Case-by-Case)
  • Ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection to reduce bursal inflammation
  • Shockwave (ESWT) for associated tendinopathy (e.g., hip/shoulder)
  • PRP/regenerative options when chronic tendon involvement is present
  1. Return to Activity & Prevention
    Progressive loading plan, technique tweaks, and home exercise program you can continue while traveling.

Why Choose Nucellin & Dr. Kim

  • Orthopedic specialist oversight from consult to follow-up
  • Ultrasound-guided precision for injections when needed
  • English-speaking team with clear, written aftercare
  • Transparent pricing and travel-smart scheduling for busy expat life

What to Expect

  1. Consult & Exam – Bring prior imaging if available.
  2. Personalized Plan – Timeline, goals, and exact do’s & don’ts.
  3. Treatment Phase – Rehab first; image-guided injection only if indicated.
  4. Follow-Up – Reassess pain/function; adjust training and prevention plan.

FAQs (Quick)

  • How fast will I feel better? Many improve within 1–3 weeks with proper load management; injections can speed relief.
  • Will it come back? Fixing biomechanics and training errors greatly reduces recurrence.
  • Can I keep exercising? Usually with modifications—your plan outlines safe alternatives.

Pricing & Booking

We provide upfront estimates and itemized receipts (check your policy for reimbursement).
Ready for relief? Book a bursitis evaluation with Dr. Kim Hee-Jun at Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic and get a clear, English-friendly plan in the heart of Seoul.