Kaneko Clinic

About

Kaneko Clinic, located in Kotori, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a medical clinic specializing in orthopedics. The clinic was originally established in 1987 by the previous director and reopened in 2009 when the current director, Dr. Masatoshi Kaneko, succeeded his father's vision. Dr. Kaneko graduated from the National Defense Medical College and has experience working at Self-Defense Forces hospitals and the Kakegawa City General Hospital's orthopedic department. He holds qualifications including certification from the Japanese Orthopaedic Association and is an accredited sports doctor by the Japan Sports Association. His areas of expertise include joint surgery for shoulders, hips, and knees, as well as sports injuries, with a treatment philosophy that prioritizes conservative approaches such as medication, injections, rehabilitation, and lifestyle guidance. The in-house rehabilitation room is equipped with various physical therapy devices including cervical and lumbar traction equipment, water beds, low-frequency therapy devices, and ultrasound fracture treatment devices, addressing a wide range of needs from sports injuries in students and working adults to muscle weakness and joint contractures in elderly patients. The clinic has also introduced a digital CR X-ray system capable of digital processing, enabling clearer diagnostic imaging, and accommodates casting and orthotic fitting and adjustments. Additionally, the clinic incorporates Eastern medicine (Kampo) alongside Western medicine, which is a distinctive feature. Consultation hours are from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with walk-in appointments available. The clinic offers support in English and other foreign languages and has approximately 20 parking spaces, making it convenient for patients visiting by car. A referral system to nearby advanced medical facilities is also in place when necessary, providing community-based orthopedic care.