Yeouido, Seoul, Korea
Time Return Clinic (타임리턴의원)Message us
Korea pain care

Pain management in Seoul: manual therapy and shockwave

Our 3rd floor is for pain care. It offers manual therapy, shockwave therapy and cryo cooling therapy, with an X-ray room on site.

Results vary by individual.

Manual therapy room on the 3rd floor of Time Return Clinic in Seoul
Weekday hoursManual therapy until 8 PM
TherapistsTeam with 15+ years of experience
RoomsPrivate 1:1 manual therapy rooms
CertifiedManual therapy institution
Pain manual therapy

Corrects misaligned bones and muscles to address the root of pain

Non-surgical treatment that combines manual techniques with exercise methods. A specialist assesses your movement and muscle condition, then manually relaxes fascia, relieves tension in the spine and joints, and stimulates nerves to correct misalignment.

Specialized for

Chronic pain and fatigue from long sitting

Particularly common among office workers.

Combined care

With special treatments

Manual therapy is combined with special treatments and recurrence-prevention education.

Credential

Certified manual therapy institution

Dr. Kim Yoo-ju completed the FST and Prolo instructor courses, certified by the Korean Balance Medicine Society (2021).

Benefits

What manual therapy aims to do

  • Improves circulation
  • Relieves spinal pain
  • Alleviates neck pain
  • Reduces muscle tension
  • Enhances joint function
Who it suits

We recommend this for

  • Straight neck (turtle neck) syndrome
  • Shoulder pain that makes lifting the arms hard
  • Frequent stiffness in the back and lower back
  • Stiff neck and recurring headaches
  • Sitting in one position for long periods
  • Misaligned shoulders or pelvis
  • Neck and back strain from sports like golf
  • Bowed legs (O legs)
Where it hurts

Common pain areas we treat

Lower back

Pain with movement, or when holding one posture for long periods.

Neck

Pain at the back of the neck and upper shoulders, with frequent stiffness.

Shoulder

Pain from degenerative changes or inflammation; difficulty raising the arms.

Pelvis

Aching around the pelvis, sacrum, tailbone, groin or thighs.

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy

ESWT: shock waves applied to damaged tissue

ESWT applies shock waves to damaged tissue in ligaments, tendons and muscles, promoting new tissue and growth factor release and triggering a healing response. Areas include the shoulder, knee, elbow, spine, wrist and ankle.

Minimized side effects

Not a surgical procedure, so risks such as bleeding or adhesion are minimal.

No hospital stay

After consultation and examination, treatment can happen the same day.

Duration

Usually under 30 minutes, depending on the area and severity.

Rapid effect

Helps relieve tension and improve inflammatory responses.

Cryotherapy

Cryo Jet: CO2 extreme-cold therapy

Cryotherapy uses liquid CO2 sublimation to create a sharp temperature drop with shockwave vibration. The cold stimulates nerve receptors, and the body responds through the autonomic nervous system to support self-healing.

Seven clinic-listed points

High safety from cold-based treatment, immediate recovery response, short treatment time, applicable to most pain conditions, simple method, repeatable, and no marks after treatment.

Often used for

Pain conditions, trauma (swelling, hematomas, tennis and golfer’s elbow, sprains, muscle and cartilage tears), post-surgery care, rheumatism and some skin conditions.

Sessions

The clinic typically uses 3–5 sessions at 1–2 week intervals and decides further treatment at follow-up.

Supported by partner hospitals

Reliable partner hospitals

  • Chung-Ang University Hospital
  • EUMC Seoul Hospital
  • EUMC Mokdong Hospital
  • Yeouido St. Mary’s Hospital
  • Severance Hospital
  • Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital
Why Time Return

What every Time Return patient gets.

01

One-to-one with the director, not a counselor

The consultation is held by the director in person. Skin thickness, texture and your concern are checked before anything is chosen.

02

The evidence

Rejuran SVIP clinic selected by PharmaResearch, 2026 BLACK Membership, 10,000+ cases. By the clinic’s own count, the most Rejuran procedures for a single clinic and a single doctor.

Figures are the clinic’s own. Ask the director for details at your consultation. Results vary by individual.

Comfort & access

  • Every room is a private one-person roomConsultation and treatment take place in a room used by one patient at a time.
  • Airport bus stop at the door, on the ground floorThe clinic is on the 1st floor with a bus stop right in front, so arriving with luggage is easy.
  • Interpreters on siteAn interpreter is on site, so you can describe your concerns and ask questions without worry.

Who it is for

  • Neck, back or shoulder pain
  • Sore muscles that need hands-on therapy
  • Visitors who want pain care during a trip

What to expect

  • Manual therapy is offered in 25-minute and 50-minute sessions.
  • An X-ray room is on site on the 3rd floor.
  • Results vary by individual.

How it works

01

Assessment

The doctor examines the painful area.

02

Therapy

Manual therapy, shockwave or cryo therapy is chosen.

03

Plan

The doctor suggests follow-up if needed.

Pain management: common questions

What therapies are offered?
Manual therapy, shockwave therapy and cryo cooling therapy.
Is there an on-site X-ray?
Yes, on the 3rd floor.

Plan your Pain management visit

Send your skin concern and travel dates. The clinic replies with available times.

Message us your plan