Iwakawa Orthopedics
About
Located in Hyakushokucho, Tosayamadacho, Kami City, Kochi Prefecture, Iwakai-kai Iwakawa Orthopedic Surgery provides treatment by orthopedic specialists certified by the Japanese Orthopaedic Association, offering orthopedics, rehabilitation, and rheumatology departments. The hospital treats diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and nerves, aiming for functional improvement. In addition to fractures, dislocations, bruises, and sprains, treatment is provided for knee pain and swelling, stiff shoulders, acute back pain, frozen shoulder, and pain and numbness in hands and feet. Emphasizing the role of orthopedics in improving musculoskeletal function, specialists support patients in leading healthy and fulfilling lives throughout their lifetime. In the Rehabilitation Department, exercise therapy, physical therapy, movement training, and walking practice are provided according to each patient's condition, aiming to acquire basic movements essential for daily life such as standing up and walking. The Rheumatology Department provides treatment mainly for symptoms such as joint swelling and pain in the hands and feet, as well as systemic symptoms including low-grade fever, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Influenza vaccination is also available. The clinic is equipped with barrier-free facilities and includes a parking lot. Services are provided in English and multiple other languages.
