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About Us

Inside the hospital

International Lumbago Clinic TokyoOur Philosophy

"We aim to achieve 100% effectiveness in low-risk back pain treatment
so that our patients can receive treatment with comfort, confidence, and peace of mind."

Pain and numbness caused by back pain often include a variety of factors, and a comprehensive diagnosis is necessary to narrow down the root cause.
Apart from analyzing the MRI scan, it's also crucial to acquire a thorough grasp of the patient's symptoms and their daily activities.

For this reason, we will take 30 minutes during outpatient consultations to discuss treatment methods, prevention, and improvement to ensure the patient's trust and comfort. We also focus on providing excellent post-treatment follow-up services, as recurrence of the condition may occur if the patient does not follow up properly after the treatment.

Greeting Administrative Director's Message

Medical care tends to focus on extending lifespans, but it can also greatly contribute to extending your "healthy lifespan". Pain can significantly reduce quality of life. We are confident that our clinic's treatment methods will become a new option for people who want to live a more vibrant life without suffering from lower back pain or numbness.
It may also be possible to perform this procedure on patients who have been refused surgery due to age or comorbidities. It's easy to consider our treatment, even for those who are concerned about the risks of surgery. If you are suffering from lower back pain, please feel free to contact us.

Our Doctors

  • Tadaaki Minowa

    Administrative Director
    Tokyo Clinic Director    ILC Tokyo

    Dr. Tadaaki Minowa

    Career

    • 2009 -

      Graduated from Nippon Medical School, School of Medicine

    • 2009 -

      First Residency

    • 2011 -

      Nippon Medical School Hospital

    • 2012 -

      Nippon Medical School Chiba Hokuso Hospital

    • 2012 -

      Nippon Medical School Hospital

    • 2013 -

      Ebina General Hospital

    • 2014 -

      Nippon Medical School Chiba Hokuso Hospital

    • 2016 -

      Hakujikai Memorial General Hospital

    • 2018 -

      Koto Hospital

    • 2022 -

      Director, ILC International Lumbago Clinic

    • 2024 -

      Administrative Director, Medical Corporation OJ Kai

    Affiliations / Qualifications

    Cellgel Method Certified Doctor

    Cellgel Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

    Ozone Treatment Certificate

    Ozone Treatment Certificate

  • Aki Kono

    ILC Tokyo

    Dr. Aki Kono

    Career

    • 2014 -

      Graduated from Tokai University, School of Medicine

    • 2014 -

      First Residency at Tokyo Medical Center, National Hospital Organization

    • 2016 -

      Tokyo Medical Center, National Hospital Organization

    • April 2023 -

      ILC International Lumbago Clinic

    Affiliations / Qualifications

    Cellgel Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

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    As an orthopedic surgeon, I have gained a variety of experience at a general hospital in Tokyo, ranging from acute illnesses such as trauma to chronic illnesses. I have actively participated in academic conferences both domestically and overseas to expand my knowledge.
    Now, I am attracted to advanced medical care that can provide minimally invasive treatment to patients suffering from chronic pain, so I decided to treat patients here. Utilizing the various experiences I have gained as an orthopedic specialist, I will work to resolve any concerns you may have.

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  • Dr. Yuko Maruyama

    Osaka Clinic DirectorILC Osaka

    Dr. Yuko Maruyama

    Career

    • 2000 -

      Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine

    • 2006 -

      Kobe University Hospital, Resident Doctor

    • 2008 -

      Kobe University Hospital

    • 2009 -

      Kakogawa West City Hospital, Anesthesiology Department

    • 2010 -

      Hyogo Prefectural Kobe Children's Hospital, Anesthesiology Department

    • 2011 -

      Kobe University Hospital

    • 2014 -

      Kita Harima Medical Center

    • 2019 -

      Takatsuki General Hospital

    • 2024 -

      ILC International Lumbago Clinic Osaka

    Affiliations / Qualifications

    • Specialist and instructor of the Japanese Society of Anesthesiologists

    • Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Certified Anesthesiologist

    • JB-POT

    • Pain Clinic Society

    • Japanese Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists

    • Cellgel Method certified doctor

    • Florence Method certified doctor

    Cellgell Method Certified Doctor

    Cellgel Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

    Florence Method Certified Doctor

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    The term "100-year life" has been used for a long time. I think everyone wishes to live healthier and more comfortably. However, when unpleasant symptoms such as lower back pain and numbness in the legs due to degeneration around the lumbar spine appear, these wishes become hindered. At our clinic, we make full use of advanced treatments that are safely performed overseas and strive to improve such uncomfortable symptoms. In addition, as we have staff from many different professions working at our clinic, we hope to contribute to promoting healthy life expectancy by approaching the various problems that our patients face from all angles.

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Our Interpretors

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  • English

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    Ahmed Abushalanfah

    Hello! I'm from Chicago, USA! As the English Interpretation Specialist at ILC, I have extensive knowledge and experience in Lumbar Pain interpretation and am ready to help you every step of the way.

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  • English, French, Italian

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    Laurent Sorbets

    Bonjour! I am Laurent, in charge of translation and interpretation duties in French and English at ILC Clinic. I have been 28 years in Japan and 6 years with this company. I am looking forward to interpreting for you in the future.

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FAQ Frequently Asked Questions

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What do I need to bring on my first visit?
A
Please bring your national health insurance card. If you have been referred from another hospital, please bring the medical information form (letter of introduction) and diagnostic images. We will inform you of the MRI images necessary for diagnosis at our hospital when you make an appointment.
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Do you accept credit cards?
A
Yes, the credit cards accepted are VISA and MasterCard.
Q
Do I need a reservation?
A
Yes, our clinic is by appointment only - kindly call or use the contact form to make a reservation. （+81-90-4202-1624）
Q
Can I just walk in to the clinic for a consultation?
A
We are unfortunately unable to see patients even if they walk in, as we are by appointment only.
Please feel free to call us or use the contact form for an appointment.
Q
I need to change or cancel my reservation.
A
Kindly contact us at least one day before the reservation.
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Is there a parking lot?
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For Tokyo: Yes, it is located in the basement of the building our clinic is in. For more information, please visit the access page.

For Osaka: We don't have a parking lot at our Osaka Clinic, so please use a local coin parking lot.

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Is your clinic barrier-free and/or wheelchair accessible?
A
Yes, we are barrier-free and wheelchair-accessible.
Q
Is it possible to get both the MRI and the treatment in the same day?
A

For Tokyo: Depending on the type of treatment and appointment, there are times where it is possible to finish on the same day and times where we may ask to take the MRI on a different day, so please discuss this with our staff when making your reservation.

For Osaka: We can take the MRI and perform treatment on the same day. There are times where treatment takes places on a different day, so please speak with our staff.

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Is it possible to pay with multiple credit cards?
A
Yes, it is possible to pay for your treatment with multiple credit cards. In addition, it is also possible to pay with a mixture of cash and credit cards.
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What should I wear on the day of my treatment?
A
You can wear your regular clothing. Our clinic will prepare a gown for you, so it is better to wear something that is easy to remove/wear.
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Is there a limitation on what I can eat before the treatment or on the day of?
A
There are no limitations on what eating on the day before. On the day of, it may be better to hold off on eating breakfast due to the fact that you will lay on your stomach for both the consultation and for the treatment itself. For those with appointments in the afternoon, you may want to hold off on eating lunch.
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Is a recommendation from my regular doctor required?
A
You do not need a recommendation letter from your doctor in order to have a consultation or treatment.
If you do have a recommedation letter, we will be glad to check it.
Q
Is it possible to receive the cellgel treatment while having treatment for other illnesses?
A
It depends on what type of illness and what type of treatment you are currently receiving, so please ask us when reserving.
Q
I have a pacemaker, am I eligible for the treatment?
A
Yes, it is possible. However, an MRI image is required for the examination, and since MRI imaging with a pacemaker cannot be performed at the facility with which our hospital is affiliated, please consult with your doctor at the medical institution where the pacemaker was installed.
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Is it possible to stay overnight at the clinic?
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No, it is not. All of our treatments are outpatient treatments.

Overseas Training

  • Location
    #01
    Training in Italy

    Collaboration with
    French Doctors

    We invited a French doctor who has been practicing a number of advanced back pain treatments - mainly the Cellgel method - for many years. We also exchanged opinions and information about treatment methods, and conducted on-site practices.

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  • Location
    #02
    Training in Italy

    Training in Italy

    We went to the Bellaria National Hospital in Bologna, Italy, to learn more about ozone therapy for intervertebral arthritis and myofascial pain syndrome, causes of back pain other than intervertebral discs - which are also a problem in Japan. Bellaria National Hospital is the birthplace of ozone treatment, and is well known for training not only EU doctors but also physicians from around the world who work with ozone treatment.

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  • Location
    #03
    Collaborating with an Italian doctor

    About the collaboration
    with Italian Doctors

    Our clinic invited doctors from the Bellaria National Hospital in Italy, where the ozone treatment method was invented, to give a lecture and practical training about using the PODD (Ozone) method for the cervical spine.

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About Clinic Overview

Clinics
International Lumbago Clinic Tokyo
International Lumbago Clinic Osaka
Administrative Director
Dr. Tadaaki Minowa
Clinic Directors
International Lumbago Clinic Tokyo: Dr. Tadaaki Minowa
International Lumbago Clinic Osaka: Dr. Hiroto Imai
Date Established
August 2022
Address of Clinics
International Lumbago Clinic Tokyo:
W Building 1F, Konan 1-8-15, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075
International Lumbago Clinic Osaka:
Shinosakaekimae-chuo Bldg 1F , 5-4-20 Nishi-Nakajima, Yodogawa-ku Osaka-shi, Osaka 532-0011
History
  • Jul 2020 Koushinka Medical Corporation Koushinkai established
  • Sep 2020 Koushinka Medical Corporation, International Lumbago Clinic (Shin-Osaka Station) opened
  • Jun 2022 Corporate name changed to OJ Medical Corporation
  • Jun 2022 OJ Medical Corporation moved from Osaka to Tokyo
  • Sept 2022 International Lumbago Clinic Tokyo established under OJ Medical Corporation
  • Apr 2024 International Lumbago Clinic Osaka established under OJ Medical Corporation

Access Getting to the Tokyo Clinic

Clinic Name
International Lumbago Clinic Tokyo
Address
W Building, Konan 1-8-15, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075
Access Guide for Tokyoeast

Access Getting to the Osaka Clinic

Clinic Name
International Lumbago Clinic Osaka
Address
Shinosakaekimae-chuo Bldg 1F , 5-4-20 Nishi-Nakajima, Yodogawa-ku Osaka-shi, Osaka 532-0011
Access Guide for Osakaeast
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