A Leader in Spinal, Joint, Stem Cell, and Sports Injury Treatment Available 365 Days a Year Daejeon Marathon Orthopedic Hospital

Daejeon Marathon Orthopedic Hospital, a leading institution that attracts international patients to Daejeon, offers specialized care in spine, joint, stem cell, and sports injury treatments. With nine dedicated specialists available year-round, the hospital prioritizes accurate diagnoses through detailed examinations to provide the most appropriate treatment options for each patient.

Specialized Treatments at Marathon Hospital

Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is characterized by progressive damage and degenerative changes in the cartilage that protects the joints, leading to inflammation and pain as the bones and ligaments become affected. While the exact cause is unknown, factors such as age, gender, genetics, and obesity are believed to contribute. Initial treatment for osteoarthritis typically involves conservative methods, but if these prove ineffective, surgical options such as arthroscopy, microfracture surgery, stem cell treatment, osteochondral grafting, high tibial osteotomy, or total knee replacement may be considered. At Marathon Orthopedic Hospital, we leverage extensive clinical experience to devise personalized treatment plans that facilitate our patients' rapid recovery and swift return to daily life.

Minimally Invasive Spine Treatment Through a 1cm Incision
The endoscopic spinal nerve decompression procedure at Marathon Orthopedic Hospital involves making a small, 1cm incision to insert a pen-sized endoscope. This procedure allows for the expansion of narrowed spinal canals and foramina while preserving normal tissue. This minimally invasive surgery offers a fundamental solution for spinal stenosis and herniated discs. Compared to traditional open surgeries, this method minimizes tissue damage, promotes faster recovery, and is suitable even for elderly patients and those with chronic conditions.

Advancing Patient Care Through Continuous Research

A paper on the “Ligamentum Flavum Softening Procedure,” a new technology for treating spinal stenosis developed by Dr. Roh Jeong-ho, Director of the Spine Center at Marathon Orthopedic Hospital, was published in the international journal Pain Practice (SCIE) in 2022. The Ligamentum Flavum Softening Procedure is a non-surgical treatment that improves symptoms such as sacral pain, leg numbness, and intermittent claudication caused by nerve compression by separating and softening the thickened ligamentum flavum, which is the primary cause of spinal stenosis. The procedure takes only about 10 minutes, causes almost no pain, and can be safely performed on super-elderly patients over 90 years old and those with underlying health conditions.

Daejeon Marathon Orthopedic Hospital: Committed to Spine and Joint Health
Marathon Orthopedic Hospital has partnered with Dong-gu, Seo-gu, and Yuseong-gu District Offices in Daejeon to provide knee replacement surgeries to vulnerable populations who cannot afford the cost, ensuring community health. Additionally, the hospital has established agreements with organizations such as the Korea Professional Baseball Players Association, the Kickboxing Association, and the Korea Ski Association, serving as a trusted medical provider for athletes prone to injuries. Through these and other collaborations, Marathon Orthopedic Hospital remains committed to safeguarding local residents' spinal and joint health.

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