Key takeaways
Visiting from abroad? Language support varies by clinic near Hongdae Station, and none of the five clinics in this comparison has English-speaking or any other language support listed in the source data, so confirm by phone or on the clinic's booking page before you go. Bring photo ID (your passport or Alien Registration Card), a payment card and any previous imaging or medical records, and keep the Korean clinic names and addresses below on hand to show a taxi driver.
If proximity to Hongdae Station is your priority, 반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점 (Bandeuthan Orthopedic Clinic Hongdae Branch) is the obvious comparison point. It is 24 m from Exit 2 of Hongdae Station, with 1,026 Naver reviews, 136 Kakao reviews and a Google rating of 4 (0 Google reviews). Naver and Kakao ratings are not in the data, so no comparison is possible there. Combined across platforms, the review count is 1,162. However, the collected data does not confirm whether this clinic performs extracorporeal shockwave therapy, so you need to ask before booking.
The clinic with the most striking review-platform numbers is 서교정형외과의원 (Seogyo Orthopedic Clinic): 894 Naver reviews and 861 Kakao reviews, a combined 1,755, with no rating provided. Its location, though, is listed as 10 m from Exit 1 of Mangwon Station, not Hongdae Station. So the sensible approach is to weigh station distance, review volume and opening hours against your own priorities, and to confirm shockwave availability and cost directly.
How we analyzed
The source data consists of 3,250 Naver Place visitor reviews, 1,082 Kakao Map reviews and Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service registry information. The total review counts per clinic below are the sum of the Naver, Kakao and Google review counts provided; blog reviews are excluded from the visitor-review totals. Only Google ratings stated in the data are shown, and Naver and Kakao ratings are marked "Not available" because they could not be verified. Where the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service information contains no specialist count, we say so. Visitor reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Whether a clinic performs extracorporeal shockwave therapy is not included in the per-clinic data.
서교정형외과의원
서교정형외과의원 has 894 Naver reviews, 861 Kakao reviews and 2 Google reviews, for a platform total of 1,757. The provided data contains no rating and no count of orthopedic specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service. Reviews mention explanations that were easy to understand, friendly service, and back and knee consultations. These are individual accounts and not grounds for judging a clinic's standard of care.
Thank you for explaining things in a way that was easy to understand. I had a good consultation!
I kept toughing it out with pain patches and eventually came to the clinic. After finally getting the consultation I had been putting off, I felt more at ease, and they took care with the treatment, so I improved a lot.
The address is 서울 마포구 월드컵로 80 서교양경회관 5층, and the data lists it as 10 m from Exit 1 of Mangwon Station on Line 6. Rather than presenting it as a clinic near Hongdae Station, it is more accurate to treat it as an option whose strength is access from Mangwon Station. Hours are Mon/Thu 09:00–20:00, Tue/Wed/Fri 09:00–19:00 and Sat 09:00–13:00; there is no Sunday information. Lunch hours are not stated in the data. Phone: 0507-1378-2785.
Reservations, parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area and simple payment are listed as amenities, but confirm the booking method and parking conditions before you visit. Whether the clinic performs extracorporeal shockwave therapy, which body areas it treats, and the per-session cost are not confirmed by the provided data. For reference, costs run about 50,000–150,000 won per session, usually over 3–5 sessions, and the actual number of sessions and the cost must be asked at the consultation. Note the reference information that national health insurance covers only certain conditions such as plantar fasciitis and calcific tendinitis, with the rest uninsured — but ask the clinic whether that applies to you.
바른본외과의원
바른본외과의원 (Bareunbon Surgery Clinic) has 263 Naver reviews and 172 blog reviews, with Kakao and Google review counts each given as 0. The platform visitor-review total is 263. A Google rating of 4.5 is listed, but Google reviews are counted as 0, so it is worth checking how many ratings that score is based on and what the criteria are. Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data lists one surgery specialist. That is a count of surgery specialists, not orthopedic specialists. Orthopedics is listed among the treatment areas, but that cannot be read as meaning an orthopedic specialist is on staff.
The doctor's tone is so warm, he explains things in detail, and there is no overtreatment, which is great.
The director is very gentle and examines me thoroughly. I was nervous because it was a new clinic for me, but I was treated with peace of mind.
The address is 서울 마포구 월드컵로13길 34 2층, 200 m from Exit 2 of Mangwon Station on Line 6. It is not right in front of Hongdae Station, so check your route. Hours are Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 and Sat 09:00–14:00. Sunday and lunch hours are not provided. Phone: 02-3141-8275.
Amenities and parking are not in the data. Before you visit, it is practical to ask about booking availability, parking, the hours during which orthopedic consultations are available, and which department will see you. Reviews mention dressing a surgical site and knee pain consultations, but shockwave therapy is not confirmed. If you are considering treatment, separately confirm whether the clinic offers it, the cost by body area, the expected number of sessions and whether insurance applies. Reference costs are 50,000–150,000 won per session, with 3–5 sessions typically suggested.
우리정형외과의원
우리정형외과의원 (Uri Orthopedic Clinic) has 449 Naver reviews, 85 Kakao reviews and 0 Google reviews, for a platform total of 534. A Google rating of 4.5 is provided, but the Google review count is listed as 0, so the basis for that rating needs checking. Naver and Kakao ratings and the count of orthopedic specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service are not in the data. Reviews describe friendly service, clear explanations, treatment tailored to the pain, and physical therapy.
They see patients so kindly and so well that I keep going back. I think I have almost recovered now. Thank you.
The director looks closely and explains things well, so I am getting good treatment. He gives ankle injections without pain, and the physical therapists are kind and good too.
The address is 서울 마포구 백범로 29 5층, 307 m from Exit 6 of Sinchon Station on Line 2. Rather than choosing on distance from Hongdae Station alone, check whether Sinchon Station access suits you. Hours are Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00, with no Saturday or Sunday information. Lunch hours are not provided either. Phone: 0507-1447-7881.
A website and blog are provided, but the booking method, parking and amenities are not confirmed in the collected data. Confirm opening hours and booking and parking availability by phone before visiting. Reviews mention ankle injections and physical therapy, but there is no data confirming shockwave therapy. If shockwave treatment is your goal, ask first about which areas can be treated, the per-session cost, the expected number of sessions and whether national health insurance applies. Reference costs are 50,000–150,000 won per session, usually over 3–5 sessions.
서울통쾌한마취통증의학과의원
서울통쾌한마취통증의학과의원 (Seoul Tongkwaehan Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Clinic) has 618 Naver reviews, 3 Google reviews and 0 Kakao reviews, for a platform total of 621. No rating is provided, and the count of orthopedic specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service is likewise unconfirmed. The institution is listed as an anesthesiology and pain medicine clinic, so you should not assume an orthopedic specialist is on staff. Reviews include injection treatment for shoulder and neck pain and personal opinions about how the staff treated them.
Treatment at another hospital did not help, but after injection treatment my shoulder improved a great deal.
I visited because the tingling in my arm from a herniated disc in my neck was severe. The doctor and all the staff were kind, and today was my third injection treatment — it has improved enormously.
Only the clinic name is given in the address field, so the exact street address cannot be confirmed. Accessibility is listed as 94 m from Exit 4 of Gajwa Station on the Gyeongui–Jungang Line. If you are looking for somewhere close to Hongdae Station, check the actual route and address first. Hours are Mon–Fri 09:00–18:30 and Sat 09:00–15:30, with no Sunday or lunch information. Phone: 0507-1376-7594.
Reservations, parking, a waiting area and Wi-Fi are listed, but parking conditions and the booking process need separate confirmation. The injection treatment mentioned in reviews does not mean shockwave therapy is offered. Ask about shockwave availability, which department handles it, which areas are treated and the cost. Reference costs are 50,000–150,000 won per session, usually over 3–5 sessions, and the data states that insurance covers only certain conditions such as plantar fasciitis and calcific tendinitis, with the rest uninsured.
반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점
반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점 has 1,026 Naver reviews, 136 Kakao reviews and 0 Google reviews, for a platform total of 1,162. A Google rating of 4 is provided, but the Google review count is listed as 0. Naver and Kakao ratings and the count of orthopedic specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service are unconfirmed. Of the five, it has the closest exit distance to Hongdae Station, and reviews mention accessibility, evening hours, friendly guidance and treatment.
I visited for shoulder stiffness and the guidance from the start was so kind. It is right in front of the subway exit, so it is the easiest place to come when your legs hurt.
My neck would not turn and I went in crying, and they looked after me very carefully. They gave me only the treatment I needed, so I am very satisfied.
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로 165 상진빌딩 5층, listed as 24 m from Exit 2 of Hongdae Station on Line 2, the Airport Railroad and the Gyeongui–Jungang Line. Hours are Mon–Fri 09:00–20:00 and Sat 09:00–14:00. One reviewer mentions that it runs without a lunch break, but the official hours data does not separately state lunch operations, so confirm before visiting. Phone: 02-333-7591.
Listed amenities include reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, a waiting area and parking. It is better to ask in advance about parking conditions and how to book. Reviews mention injection treatment and shoulder treatment, but whether shockwave therapy is offered is not confirmed in the collected data. If treatment is your goal, ask about shockwave availability, which areas are treated and the total expected cost. Reference costs are 50,000–150,000 won per session, usually over 3–5 sessions, and treatment may be uninsured except for certain conditions.
At a glance
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Orthopedic specialists | Location | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 서교정형외과의원 | Not available | Not available | Not available | 1,757 | Not available | 10 m from Mangwon Station Exit 1 | 1,755 Naver and Kakao reviews combined; open until 20:00 Mon/Thu |
| 바른본외과의원 | Not available | Not available | 4.5 (listed with 0 reviews) | 263 | Not available (1 surgery specialist registered) | 200 m from Mangwon Station Exit 2 | Orthopedics listed among departments; Mon–Fri until 18:00 |
| 우리정형외과의원 | Not available | Not available | 4.5 (listed with 0 reviews) | 534 | Not available | 307 m from Sinchon Station Exit 6 | 449 Naver reviews; weekdays until 19:00 |
| 서울통쾌한마취통증의학과의원 | Not available | Not available | Not available | 621 | Not available | 94 m from Gajwa Station Exit 4 | 618 Naver reviews; Saturdays until 15:30 |
| 반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점 | Not available | Not available | 4 (listed with 0 reviews) | 1,162 | Not available | 24 m from Hongdae Station Exit 2 | Next to the station exit; weekdays until 20:00 |
Total reviews are the sum of the Naver, Kakao and Google review counts provided. Ratings show only the values stated in the collected data, and for Google ratings listed with a review count of 0, the number of ratings behind the score cannot be verified. Blog reviews are not included in the total review counts.
Checklist for choosing a shockwave orthopedic clinic
- Whether shockwave therapy is offered — per-clinic information is not in the source data, so ask directly before booking.
- Treatment area and department — check whether the clinic treats your area of pain and which department handles the consultation.
- Clinician information — where specialist counts are missing from the data, ask about the staffing mix and the scope of care.
- Treatment cost — the reference cost is 50,000–150,000 won per session, so confirm the actual cost and whether there are additional charges.
- Expected number of sessions — the reference information says usually 3–5 sessions, but your individual plan is confirmed after the consultation.
- Insurance vs. self-pay — treatment may be uninsured except for certain conditions such as plantar fasciitis and calcific tendinitis, so confirm whether that applies to you.
- Booking and waiting — ask whether booking is possible, whether same-day registration is accepted, how long the wait is likely to be, and whether an English-speaking staff member will be available.
- Opening hours and lunch — confirm weekday evening and Saturday hours and whether the clinic closes for lunch.
- Transport and parking — check each clinic's distance from the station exit and its parking guidance, and ask for the exact location if the address is unclear.
Warning signs
- Visiting without checking whether the treatment is offered and what it costs — the collected data contains no per-clinic information on shockwave therapy. Confirm availability, the body area treated and the cost first.
- Guidance that assumes insurance coverage — the reference information says coverage applies only to certain conditions. Check your own diagnosis and eligibility criteria.
- Choosing a clinic on ratings alone — some clinics have no rating at all, and some list a Google rating without a matching review count. Compare location, opening hours and information you confirmed yourself.
- Treating reviews as a guarantee of results — the quoted reviews are individual experiences and do not mean you will get the same result.
Frequently asked questions
Which clinic is closest to Hongdae Station?
Based on the accessibility data provided, 반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점 is 24 m from Exit 2 of Hongdae Station. The other clinics are listed near Mangwon, Sinchon and Gajwa stations.
Which clinics offer extracorporeal shockwave therapy?
The collected data does not state whether any of the five clinics performs extracorporeal shockwave therapy. Call before you commit to a clinic and confirm availability and which areas are treated.
How much does extracorporeal shockwave therapy cost?
The reference information provided is 50,000–150,000 won per session, usually over 3–5 sessions. Actual costs and the number of sessions vary by clinic and by the consultation result, so you need to ask in advance.
Does national health insurance cover extracorporeal shockwave therapy?
According to the reference information, insurance applies to certain conditions such as plantar fasciitis and calcific tendinitis, and the rest is uninsured. Ask the clinic whether your diagnosis and circumstances qualify.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation at these clinics?
The source data for these five clinics contains no information about language support, so nothing here confirms English-speaking staff or interpretation services at any of them. Language support varies by clinic and by the day, so call or check the clinic's booking page and ask directly whether an English-speaking staff member will be available when you plan to visit. Keep the Korean clinic names and addresses from this article on hand in case you need to show them to a taxi driver.
Do any clinics see patients on weekday evenings or Saturdays?
Based on the hours provided, 서교정형외과의원 sees patients until 20:00 on Mondays and Thursdays, and 반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점 until 20:00 Monday to Friday. Saturday hours differ by clinic, so check the table and call on the day you plan to visit to confirm the clinic is open.
Final thoughts
If distance from Hongdae Station is your priority, compare 반듯한정형외과의원 홍대점; if you want to weigh Naver and Kakao review totals, 서교정형외과의원 is the comparison point. For neither clinic is shockwave therapy confirmed in the collected data. Before you visit, confirm directly whether the treatment is available, the cost, insurance coverage, and booking and parking arrangements. This article summarizes the clinic information and reviews provided and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Final decisions about care should be made in consultation with a clinician.
Last updated: 2026-10-24