K-ClinicKnee Pain Treatment Korea: Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic Guide 2026
For knee pain in Korea, the first step at Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic is finding out whether the pain comes from the joint, muscle, fascia or nerves, not going straight to an injection. The first visit takes about 2–3 hours and the basic exam costs ₩385,000 (X-ray, doctor consultation, brainwave and pulse assessment). Ultrasound, 3D posture analysis, and bone density or rheumatoid-related tests are added only if the doctor judges they are needed, at extra cost. Non-injection packages cost ₩620,000–1,400,000, and injection + non-injection packages cost ₩830,000–2,500,000, both including the basic exam. Which option suits you is decided by the doctor's evaluation, and results vary from person to person.
Knee Pain in Korea: Find Where the Pain Comes From First
For knee pain at a Korean pain clinic, the first step is to determine whether the pain is linked to the joint, muscles, fascia or nerves, or to several factors together, and then decide how to treat it.
Pain when walking, climbing stairs or squatting that has dragged on for a long time is why many people look for a pain clinic in Korea. Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic focuses on non-surgical treatment and takes time to evaluate first rather than going straight to an injection. This article covers the tests knee pain patients go through, the options the clinic lists and the costs.
What Happens at the First Visit? About 2–3 Hours, ₩385,000 Basic Exam
The first visit at Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic takes about 2–3 hours and includes a detailed consultation, a musculoskeletal and nerve assessment, and basic tests such as X-ray and brainwave and pulse evaluation. The cost is ₩385,000.
If the doctor judges it necessary, ultrasound or 3D posture analysis is added. Allergy, vitamin, iron and blood tests, as well as bone density and rheumatoid-related tests, are also done only when the doctor considers them necessary, with the cost explained separately. In other words, not everyone with knee pain needs the full set of tests.
If you choose a treatment package, the ₩385,000 basic exam fee is already included and is not charged again.
Who Reviews Your Knee? 8 Medical Staff Discuss the Direction
The clinic has 8 medical staff across pain medicine, neurosurgery, orthopedics and the treatment department, who confirm the treatment direction together based on the nature of your pain and your test results.
Director Cho Nam-ryong is a board-certified specialist in anesthesiology and pain medicine. Orthopedic staff also look at knee problems, and the treatment plan is tailored to each person rather than applying the same course to everyone.
What Knee Pain Treatment Options Are Available?
For knee pain, the clinic lists joint injections, shockwave and radiofrequency, manual therapy, custom insoles and knee braces, and recovery care such as hyperbaric oxygen, PBM light therapy and IV drips.
- Injections: When an injection is needed, the doctor decides whether it is suitable based on the evaluation and chooses the site, method, medication and whether to combine it with other treatment.
- Non-injection: Shockwave, radiofrequency, manual therapy and more.
- Custom insoles and knee braces: Offered by the clinic. The available information does not say how long they take to make or whether they are included in packages, so please confirm after your evaluation.
Which treatments you receive and how many sessions are decided by the doctor based on the evaluation. Results vary from person to person, and the clinic does not guarantee outcomes.
How Much Does Knee Pain Treatment Cost at Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic?
At Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic, non-injection treatment packages cost ₩620,000–1,400,000, injection + non-injection packages cost ₩830,000–2,500,000, and VIP packages start from ₩3,750,000. All include the basic exam fee.
Single treatments are also available. Prices are given as ranges, and the exact cost is explained after the doctor's evaluation. Additional tests the doctor judges necessary are charged separately. You can pay by credit card, cash or Apple Pay.
Before You Book: Note Down These 5 Things
The more specific you are about how your knee hurts, the smoother the first-visit evaluation. When booking, the clinic asks for your basic details, main symptoms and how long you have had them, current medications and any drug allergies.
K-Clinic recommends writing down which movements hurt most: walking, climbing stairs, squatting or standing for long periods, and for how long. Please also tell the clinic if you are afraid of needles or may be pregnant. Schedule your first visit early in your trip to Korea, and try to arrive 3–4 hours before closing time.
Common Questions from International Patients
Q: Should I bring X-rays or MRI scans taken in my home country?
A: The clinic's preparation list does not mention imaging records. K-Clinic recommends bringing the files just in case; whether to refer to them is up to the doctor.
Q: Can I get my results after I go home?
A: Yes. Within about 1 week after your visit, the clinic emails your test results, a treatment summary, treatment recommendations and X-ray files. Documents needed for overseas insurance claims can also be prepared.
Q: Is an interpreter available?
A: The hospital provides English medical interpretation. Other languages need to be reserved in advance, so please mention this when you request your booking.
Q: How do I get there?
A: The clinic is in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, near Exit 1 of Yeokgok Station (Line 1), and parking is available in the building. From Seoul, take a train toward Incheon or Dong-Incheon; trains toward Cheonan, Sinchang, Seodongtan and Gwangmyeong do not stop at Yeokgok.
Book Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic Through K-Clinic
With knee pain, find out the cause first and then decide how to treat it. Through K-Clinic, you can use the "Request booking" button or the live chat on this website for a free consultation, with no need to contact the hospital yourself in Korean.
We confirm the following with the hospital for you:
- Which day and what time to arrive for your first visit, based on your symptoms and your dates in Korea
- Interpreter reservation
- Production time and cost of custom insoles and knee braces
- Emailing of your report after you return home
Once your booking is complete, we will tell you your arrival time and the address.
Actual treatment and costs depend on the doctor's evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get knee pain treated at Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic in Korea?
Yes. Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic focuses on finding the source of pain and treating it without surgery. At the first visit, the doctor determines whether your pain is linked to discs, joints, muscles, fascia or nerves, or a combination, and then plans treatment. Joint injections are among the injection options.
What tests are done for knee pain at a Korean pain clinic?
The basic first-visit exam costs ₩385,000 and includes a consultation, musculoskeletal and nerve assessment, X-ray, and brainwave and pulse evaluation. Ultrasound, 3D posture analysis, and bone density, rheumatoid-related or blood tests are done only if the doctor judges them necessary, and their cost is explained separately.
Do I have to get a joint injection for knee pain in Korea?
No. Whether an injection is suitable is decided by the doctor based on your evaluation, including the site, method and medication. Non-injection treatment packages are also available, and the options and precautions are explained before treatment.
Are custom insoles and knee braces included in the treatment package at Yonsei Anne Pain Clinic?
The clinic offers custom insoles and knee braces, but the available information does not say whether they are included in the packages or how long they take to make. Please confirm this after your doctor's evaluation.
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