Non-Surgical First —
Performs Surgery When Needed
Dr. Rhee Dong Kyu (Yonsei M.D., shoulder & elbow orthopedic specialist, 4 patents) prioritizes non-surgical treatment and performs surgery himself when needed. BPB sedation anesthesia (no general anesthesia) · Same-day discharge · 12-week free sports rehab.
Surgical Experience Perfects Non-Surgical Care
To excel at non-surgical treatment, you must first understand surgery.
Only a surgeon who has seen the anatomy from the inside can deliver precise non-surgical care.
BPB Sedation Anesthesia — No General Anesthesia
All arthroscopic surgeries performed under BPB (brachial plexus block) + sedation anesthesia. Safe even for elderly patients. Same-day discharge possible (1-night stay recommended).
Brace Minimized
Post-surgery brace wear is minimized to enable earlier rehabilitation. 12-week free sports rehab program included.
12-Week Free Sports Rehab
Structured 12-week free sports rehabilitation program provided via KakaoTalk or the Shoulder Care app after surgery.
Non-Surgical First · Performs Surgery Directly When Needed
Non-surgical treatment is prioritized. When surgery is needed, Dr. Lee performs it himself. Whether non-surgical or surgical, the same specialist handles everything.
Platinum's Treatment Options
The sequence and fit matter more than the treatment type.
After accurate diagnosis, the optimal treatment for each patient is selected.
Calcific Aspiration
Calcific Tendinitis
3rd-generation technology removes even hardened calcium in a single session. Crushing then aspirating — not just lavage — maximizes success rate.
Plication Suture
Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
Suture and fix torn tendons without incision. Particularly effective for articular-side tears. Micro-tunnel bone fixation for strong, durable repair.
Bone Marrow Stem Cell
Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
Micro-perforations in bone mobilize autologous stem cells. Induces fundamental regeneration of damaged tendons using the latest techniques.
Regeneten Collagen Patch
Bursal-Side Partial Tear
Arthroscopic surgery attaching a collagen patch to the bursal-side of the rotator cuff. BPB + sedation anesthesia (no general anesthesia). 16% tendon thickness increase proven (Arthroscopy 2024).
Rotator Cuff Repair
Full-Thickness Tear
Arthroscopic repair surgery suturing the completely torn rotator cuff back to bone. BPB + sedation anesthesia. Same-day discharge (1-night stay recommended).
Dr. Rhee Dong Kyu
Shoulder & Elbow Orthopedic Specialist
- ✓Yonsei University School of Medicine — M.D.
- ✓Yonsei Severance Hospital — Orthopedic Surgery Residency
- ✓IBSE (Int'l Society of Shoulder & Elbow) Certified
- ✓IOC Advanced Team Physician Course (2015)
- ✓4 Patents: Calcific Aspiration (×2), Suture, Injection
- ✓Author: 'Shoulder Pain: Exercise Instead of Surgery'
“Do not despair when you are told surgery is the only way.
Get an accurate diagnosis, verify whether you qualify for non-surgical treatment, and explore all the latest non-surgical options available to you.”
Common Questions About Non-Surgical Shoulder Care
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