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

Welcome for International Patients

Myofascial “knots” can cause stubborn neck, shoulder, and back pain—especially if you sit long hours, travel, or train hard. At Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic (Yongsan, Seoul), Dr. Kim Hee-Jun provides doctor-supervised trigger point injections (TPI) with clear English communication and travel-friendly scheduling for expats and medical visitors.

What Are Trigger Point Injections?

Trigger point injections target tight, hyper-irritable bands inside a muscle that refer pain to nearby areas. Using a fine needle, your doctor releases the knot and, when appropriate, injects a small amount of local anesthetic (sometimes with saline). TPIs can rapidly reduce localized muscle spasm, improve range of motion, and relieve referred pain. In selected cases, ultrasound guidance is used for precision and safety.

Conditions & Areas TPIs Can Help

• Neck & Shoulder: upper trapezius, levator scapulae, scalene-related tension, tech-neck pain
• Headache Patterns: tension-type headache stemming from neck/shoulder trigger points
• Mid/Low Back: paraspinals, quadratus lumborum, gluteal trigger points
• Sports/Overuse: piriformis-related buttock pain, hamstring/calf tight bands, forearm flexors/extensors
• Posture/Work-Related: chronic desk strain, travel stiffness, instrument or keyboard overuse

Final candidacy is determined after medical assessment; not all muscle pain requires TPI.

Why Choose Nucellin & Dr. Kim

• Orthopedic specialist oversight: Evaluation, diagnosis, and procedures by Dr. Kim Hee-Jun (Yonsei · Severance training)
• Evidence-based care: Option to combine TPI with physical/occupational therapy, posture retraining, and load management
• Guided precision: Ultrasound-guided TPIs when indicated for accuracy and safety
• English-friendly support: Clear explanations, informed consent, and printed aftercare
• Transparent pricing: Upfront estimates; package options when part of a rehab plan

Your Visit: Step-by-Step

1. Consult & Exam – History, palpation to map trigger points, and functional screen; imaging if another cause is suspected.
2. Personalized Plan – Number of areas, TPI vs. dry needling, and adjunct therapy (stretching, ESWT, rehab).
3. Procedure – Fine-needle release with local anesthetic; ultrasound guidance when appropriate. Typical time: 10–20 minutes.
4. Aftercare – Brief soreness is common; heat/ice guidance, light stretching, and a home exercise plan are provided.
5. Follow-Up – Recheck progress; reinforce ergonomics and activity progression. Additional sessions as clinically indicated.

FAQs (Quick)

• How soon will I feel better? Many notice relief immediately to a few days after treatment.
• How many injections do I need? Often 1–3 sessions per region, depending on chronicity and workload.
• Can I work out after? Light activity is usually fine; avoid heavy loading for 24–48 hours as advised.
• Is it the same as dry needling? Similar technique; TPI typically adds a small anesthetic. Your plan will specify which is best.

Pricing & Booking

We provide transparent pricing with estimates before treatment and itemized receipts for potential reimbursement (check your policy).
Ready to relieve muscle pain? Book a trigger point injection evaluation with Dr. Kim Hee-Jun at Nucellin Orthopedic Clinic and get a clear, English-friendly plan tailored to your timeline in Seoul.