Corticosteroid Joint Injections in Seoul, Korea

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

Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic · Dr. Kim Hee-Jun

Why International Patients Choose Nucellin

Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic in Yongsan, Seoul provides doctor-supervised, English-friendly joint injections for visitors, expats, and medical travelers. Led by Dr. Kim Hee-Jun (Yonsei University · Severance Hospital training), we focus on fast, safe pain relief with clear explanations and travel-smart scheduling.

What Are Corticosteroid Joint Injections?

Corticosteroid injections deliver an anti-inflammatory medication directly into a painful joint or tendon sheath to reduce inflammation, ease pain, and improve motion. When performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance, placement is precise and consistent.

Conditions We Treat with Steroid Injections

  • Arthritis & Degenerative Pain: knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, wrist/thumb base (CMC)
  • Bursitis & Tendinopathy: shoulder (subacromial), hip (trochanteric), elbow (tennis/golfer’s), De Quervain’s
  • Inflammatory Flares: post-injury synovitis, impingement-related inflammation
  • Post-operative or rehab plateaus where temporary pain control aids progress
Final candidacy is determined after orthopedic assessment; not every condition requires a steroid injection.

Benefits at a Glance

  • Rapid pain reduction to restart daily activity or rehab
  • Targeted relief with image guidance
  • Outpatient convenience with minimal downtime
  • Bridge to recovery while strengthening and mobility improve

Why Nucellin & Dr. Kim

  • Orthopedic specialist oversight: evaluation, procedure, and plan by Dr. Kim Hee-Jun
  • Image-guided accuracy (ultrasound/fluoroscopy) for safety and consistency
  • Integrated care: combine with physical/occupational therapy, braces/taping, ESWT, PRP, or viscosupplementation when appropriate
  • English-speaking team with written aftercare and clear expectations
  • Transparent pricing and receipts for potential insurance reimbursement (check your policy)

What to Expect (Step-by-Step)

  1. Consult & Exam — History, focused exam, and imaging review (bring prior MRI/X-ray if available).
  2. Personalized Plan — Target joint, risks/benefits, expected response, and rehab timeline.
  3. Procedure Day — Skin prep → image-guided injection (typically 10–15 minutes).
  4. Aftercare — Short observation; avoid heavy activity for 24–48 hours; simple home plan provided.
  5. Follow-Up — Progress check; reinforce exercises or consider adjunct therapies if needed.

FAQs (Quick)

  • How fast will it work? Often within 24–72 hours, with peak effect in 1–2 weeks.
  • How long does relief last? Varies—weeks to months depending on diagnosis and activity.
  • How many can I have? Limited per joint per year; your plan balances relief with long-term joint health.
  • Will it cure my condition? It reduces inflammation and pain to enable healing and rehab; underlying issues may still require strengthening or other care.

Pricing & Booking

We provide upfront, transparent pricing (single-session and package options when part of a program).
 Ready for relief? Book a corticosteroid injection consultation with Dr. Kim Hee-Jun at Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic for a precise, English-friendly treatment plan in the heart of Seoul.