4 Best Frozen Shoulder (Shoulder Stiffness) Doctors in Seoul

Nageonyoub holds a dual focus in orthopaedics and neurology at the Samsung Balance Clinic – a rare combination that provides a complete approach to shoulder mobility.

• Specialises in identifying nerve-related causes of shoulder stiffness
• Uses non-surgical orthopaedic techniques to restore joint function
• Treats cases where neurological issues complicate shoulder movement
• Practices at a clinic focused on biomechanical balance and recovery

Dr Kim Joo Young leads the orthopaedic team at Samsung Balance Clinic, bringing expertise from his time as Director of Orthopaedic Surgery for the Zaytun Unit.

• Specialises in arthroscopic procedures – using tiny cameras and tools to treat shoulder stiffness with minimal downtime
• Uses regenerative techniques to restore joint mobility and repair connective tissue
• Former Professor at the Catholic University of Korea – one of the nation's top medical institutions
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association

Professor Jang Hyo Kim directs the Joint Center at Leadheal Hospital, where he performs arthroscopic shoulder surgery to restore movement and eliminate chronic stiffness.

• Specialises in shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique using tiny incisions for quicker recovery
• Serves as Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University College of Medicine
• Certified in TPI (Trigger Point Injection) therapy to manage severe musculoskeletal pain
• Full Member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society and the Korean Orthopaedic Association

Dr Woo Kyung Kwak is a lifetime member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society at Leadheal Hospital. He specialises in keyhole surgery to restore mobility for patients with frozen shoulder.

• Performs shoulder arthroscopy – a minimally invasive technique using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Holds a FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine to manage complex sports-related injuries
• Uses Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy to promote natural healing in damaged shoulder tissues
• Former Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital
• Serves as a peer reviewer for international medical journals published by Springer Nature