Introducing the trustworthy Goseokju Orthopedic Clinic that does not recommend over-treatment~

It seems to be the oldest orthopedic clinic in Dongjak-gu.

I think I've been working here for almost 20 years.

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It is located right in front of the exit, just 10 minutes from Isu Station, making it easy to find.

 

 

As I've mentioned several times in my writings, I have pain all over and have become a regular patient at hospitals for issues like cervical disc herniation, lumbar disc herniation, and cartilage softening. I've probably visited almost all the orthopedic clinics and Korean medicine clinics near Sadang-dong, but in the end, even if they are far from home, I seem to go back to this hospital when the pain becomes the most severe.

Many large, well-equipped specialized hospitals have opened in the neighborhood, so I looked into them out of curiosity and to see if they would provide better treatment, but I only ended up getting hit with extremely expensive hospital bills...

Have you all had this kind of experience??

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Many times, after asking whether they have actual insurance coverage, they only recommend unnecessary non-covered tests and treatments, as well as steroid injections and manual therapy, which often leads to patients not returning after one or two visits.

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On the other hand, Dr. Ko Seok-ju's Orthopedic Clinic has doctors who are now quite elderly and nurses who have been working there for a long time.

You might be surprised if it's your first time visiting the hospital's quite old-looking facility structure... ^^;;

 

 


Haha, doesn't the wooden-style door or interior now seem a bit outdated?

 

This is the physical therapy room. There are more beds than expected and a variety of equipment available.

   
 

 

Receiving treatment in order... and the clear traces of the low-frequency curse remaining like that, haha.

 

The always kind medical staff seem to only perform necessary tests and treatments without any unnecessary examinations or treatments, so I always trust them.

By the way, the doctor’s younger cousin always jokes that whenever I go, he wonders why his cousin’s younger sibling has come, since we share the same name.

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Three weeks ago, I jumped rope for about ten days, doing 500 to 800 jumps a day, and I had no pain, so I thought, oh, I'm okay... Turns out, I was overestimating my legs... Dumbass;;

I was worried, so I quit, but after a few days, my knees started to feel sore and ache. I also started working with a health trainer, but I think it might be affecting me.

I visited the hospital yesterday.

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I personally examined and took X-rays here and there, and they said that the cartilage softening doesn't seem to have worsened significantly, but since the pain was abnormal, I ultimately had an ultrasound done...

As expected!!! The water has filled up completely... I should have visited earlier when I only had pain on the left side...

There is also a small amount of fluid in the right knee.

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Anyway, I've had water build up in my knee several times, but the doctor here has never once told me to draw it out with a needle~ He generally doesn't recommend injections either.

I've often seen hospitals that insist on draining fluid when there's swelling in the knee or ankle, but I was told that draining the fluid isn't actually as beneficial as I thought.

They say there's no need to extract it unless the pain is really severe.

Yesterday, I received laser treatment, hot packs, low-frequency physical therapy, and picked up medication~~

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It's symptom relief medication and anti-inflammatory painkillers... I will take them for five days and continue regular physical therapy.

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Health Tips:

 

The knee has a fluid sac between the bones to reduce friction, which is called synovial fluid. Synovial fluid is continuously produced and discharged, maintaining a certain amount of water, and the usual amount of synovial fluid is about 5cc. However, when too much fluid is produced or the produced fluid is not discharged, swelling begins.

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The causes of knee swelling vary, but it can occur when engaging in hiking or walking intensely for a long time that one normally doesn't do.

When cartilage begins to wear down due to degenerative arthritis

Worn cartilage particles float inside the water pouch and stimulate it to produce more fluid.

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Symptoms when water accumulates in the knee

Sudden pain occurs when sitting down or standing up.

Difficulty bending the knees normally than usual (feeling severe pain when maintaining a single posture for a long time and moving)

If fluid accumulates in the knee and is left untreated, the surrounding tissues can become necrotic and degenerate.

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However, just because the water is full doesn't mean you have to remove it; in cases where the water is only slightly filled, it can be absorbed by the body through rest, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy, so removal is not necessary.

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If you suspect that your knee pain might be due to fluid buildup, the area above and below the kneecap should be indented. If it appears more swollen than usual, there is a high possibility that fluid has accumulated. Some people also report feeling a soft, squishy sensation when touched.

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If the water is too much, it may need to be drained with a syringe, but if blood is mixed in when removing the water, there is a possibility that the cruciate ligament or meniscus has been damaged, so caution is advised.

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Once the water fills up, it may frequently fill again afterward, but if you habitually drain the water often, it could lead to infection, so it's better not to drain it unless necessary.

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When experiencing severe knee pain, it is recommended to apply ice packs frequently. It is also advised to elevate your legs above the heart level while sleeping. You can continue with your usual exercises, but it is best to avoid activities that seem to strain the knees and to refrain from overexerting yourself.