Cervical Spondylosis in Seoul, Korea

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

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Neck stiffness, headaches, or arm numbness from cervical spondylosis (age-related neck arthritis) can disrupt work and travel. At Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic (Yongsan, Seoul), Dr. Kim Hee-Jun provides doctor-supervised, English-friendly diagnosis and treatment to reduce pain, improve mobility, and protect long-term neck health—often without surgery.

What Is Cervical Spondylosis?

Cervical spondylosis is wear-and-tear of the discs and facet joints in the neck that may cause neck pain, stiffness, crepitus (grinding), headaches, and sometimes arm tingling or weakness if nerves are irritated. With accurate diagnosis and targeted care, most patients improve with conservative treatment.

Common signs: morning stiffness, pain with prolonged sitting/devices, limited rotation/looking up, shoulder-blade referral, occasional hand tingling.


Final diagnosis follows an orthopedic/neurologic exam and imaging review (X-ray/MRI when indicated).

Our Treatment Approach

1) Precise Evaluation

  • Focused posture and movement exam
  • Neurologic screen for nerve irritation
  • Review of prior imaging; order studies only if needed

2) Conservative Care First

  • Physical therapy: deep-neck flexor/scapular strengthening, mobility, posture retraining, nerve glides (when appropriate)
  • Ergonomics & activity plan: desk/laptop setup, phone habits, sleep positions, travel strategies
  • Symptom control: therapeutic ultrasound, heat/ice, taping/soft collar for short-term support
  • Home program: travel-friendly exercises with clear progressions

3) Image-Guided Procedures (Case-by-Case)

  • Facet joint injections / medial branch blocks for facet-driven pain
  • Cervical epidural steroid injection for radicular arm pain from foraminal narrowing
  • Trigger point injections for stubborn muscle knots
  • Regenerative options (e.g., PRP) considered for eligible soft-tissue issues
All procedures are performed with ultrasound and/or fluoroscopic guidance for accuracy and safety.

4) Return to Activity & Prevention

Milestone-based plan for work, gym, and sport; long-term posture and strength strategy to minimize flare-ups.

Why Choose Nucellin & Dr. Kim

  • Orthopedic specialist oversight from consult to recovery
  • English-speaking team with clear explanations and written aftercare
  • Integrated pathway: rehab + image-guided procedures + (when appropriate) regenerative options
  • Transparent pricing and travel-smart scheduling for expats, students, and visitors

What to Expect

  1. Consult & Exam — Bring prior MRI/X-ray if available.
  2. Personalized Plan — Clear goals, options, cost estimate, and timeline.
  3. Treatment Phase — Structured PT; targeted injections only if indicated.
  4. Return to Activity — Stepwise criteria for desk work, lifting, and training.
  5. Follow-Up — In-clinic or remote check-ins; prevention and maintenance plan.

FAQs (Quick)

  • Is cervical spondylosis the same as a “pinched nerve”? Not always; spondylosis is arthritis/degeneration—nerve irritation happens only when narrowing affects nerve roots.
  • Will I need surgery? Rarely; most patients improve with non-surgical care.
  • How long until I feel better? Many notice improvement within 2–6 weeks; injections can speed relief if nerve or facet pain persists.
  • Can I keep exercising? Usually yes—with modifications; we’ll guide safe progressions.

Pricing & Booking

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