Orthopedics

We treat all types of injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including sports injuries, trauma, joint disorders, stiff neck, herniated discs in the neck and lower back, osteoporosis, metabolic disorders of the joints, etc. If we determine that special tests or surgery are necessary, we will refer you to the appropriate medical institution.

First visit

Please make a reservation in advance by phone and bring your health insurance card.

Revisit

Please make an appointment in advance by phone and bring your health insurance card and patient registration card.

Orthopedics (Reservation Required)

The patients should be at least 16 years of age.

Specific care for each disease condition

Osteoporosis

• This is the disease
  • This is a disease that weakens bones and increases the risk of fracture.This weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures, especially in older people and postmenopausal women.
• Main symptoms and signs
  • In the early stages, there are often no symptoms, but once a fracture occurs, symptoms such as pain and deformation appear.
• Causes and risk factors
  • Decrease in bone density due to aging, decrease in female hormone (estrogen) (after menopause), etc.
• Diagnostic methods
  • Bone density measurement (DEXA method), X-ray examination, blood test
• Treatment Examples
  • Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation
  • Exercise therapy
  • Administration of bisphosphonates, selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs), parathyroid hormone preparations, etc.

Straight neck

• This is the disease
  • This refers to a condition in which the normal neck curvature is lost. The physiological lordosis (curvature) at the back of the neck disappears, and the vertebrae in the neck become straight.
• Main symptoms
  • Stiff shoulders, headaches, neck pain, numbness, tingling in hands
• Cause
  • Poor posture when working at a desk or using a smartphone
• Diagnostic methods
  • Interview, X-ray, CT, MRI, ROM
• Treatment Examples
  • Instruction on exercises and stretches to increase the range of motion of the neck and relieve muscle stiffness
  • Corrects posture when doing desk work or looking at a smartphone
  • Intramuscular and joint injections to relieve pain and improve range of motion

Herniated disc

• This is the disease
  • This is a condition in which the disc-shaped cartilage tissue between the vertebrae of the spine, the "intervertebral disc," bulges and compresses the nerve roots that exit from the disc. If the condition worsens, it can lead to walking difficulties.
• Main symptoms
  • Severe lower back pain, numbness from the buttocks to the feet, muscle weakness in the legs, difficulty walking
• Cause
  • Age-related deterioration of the intervertebral disc
  • Obesity and sedentary lifestyle
  • Excessive strain on the lower back
• Diagnostic methods
  • Interview and neurological examination, plain X-ray examination, MRI examination
• Types of treatment
  • Bed rest or walking restrictions
  • Medication such as painkillers and antipyretics
  • Physical therapy, such as massage and heat therapy
  • Suppression of inflammation through injection therapy
  • Surgery such as removal of the bulging part of the intervertebral disc or removal of part of the vertebral arch

Doctor’s Profile

Morito Takano

Tokyo Midtown Clinic

Department in charge: Orthopedics

                       

Certifications and Affiliations

Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics by Japan Orthopedic Society

Yusuke Dodo

Tokyo Midtown Clinic

Department in charge: Orthopedics

                       

Certifications and Affiliations

Specialist of the Japanese Orthopaedic Association
USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination) Step 2
Japan Sport Association Certified Sports Doctor (JSPO)
Doctor of Medicine
Japanese Orthopedic Society
Japanese Spine and Spondylopathy Society
Japan Osteoporosis Society

Yuta Nakayama

Tokyo Midtown Clinic

Department in charge: Orthopedics

                       

Certifications and Affiliations

Specialist of the Japanese Orthopaedic Association
The Japanese Orthopedic Association Spine and spinal cord specialist
Japanese Orthopedic Society
Japanese Spine and Spondylopathy Society
Japanese Society of Spinal Instrumentation
Japanese Society of Spine and Spinal Neurosurgery

Other medical departments

Reliable inspection system

① Speedy in-house testing

We have specialized staff and testing equipment for blood test, urine test, electrocardiograms, X-rays, ultrasound tests, and more, to investigate the cause of symptoms in a comprehensive manner.

② Results of general blood tests will be given to you on the same day.

We have an in-house laboratory, and therefore, we can provide testing and explanation of general blood test results, excluding tumor markers, can be otained within about an hour.

3. Supports a wide range of precision testing

We have a wide selection of high-precision medical equipment, including 3.0 Tesla MRI, and 80-slice CT scan, and can provide detailed examinations for various symptoms.

Comprehensive support on one floor

We work in cooperation with each department of our clinic and external medical institutions to provide appropriate treatment and support as a team. On the same floor, you will also find Tokyo Midtown Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Noage, Tokyo Midtown Dental Clinic, Healthcare Shop TMMC Plus, and a dispensing pharmacy.