Q1: Why does my shoulder pop and ache?
Possible causes: rotator cuff tear, labrum injury, tendon inflammation, or cartilage damage.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t worked — should I get MRI?
Yes. Persistent symptoms despite short therapy trials signal the need for MRI to identify the root cause and avoid wasted treatment.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Progressive tendon or cartilage damage, chronic pain, limited range of motion.

Q4: Why MRI over other scans?
MRI clearly shows tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and labrum without radiation; X-ray only shows bones.

Q5: Affordable MRI option?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides MRI scans under $1,000, insurance and Medisave claimable, within 1 working day, plus non-surgical treatment options.

Q1: What causes shoulder pain when lifting?
Common causes include rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, bursitis, or early arthritis. Therapy alone cannot rule out serious injury.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t helped — should I do MRI?
Yes. Persistent pain despite physiotherapy or anti-inflammatory treatment indicates the need for MRI to pinpoint the exact problem.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated rotator cuff tears or tendon injuries may worsen, causing chronic pain and limited arm movement.

Q4: Why MRI over X-ray or ultrasound?
X-ray shows bones only. Ultrasound depends on the operator and may miss deep tendon or ligament injuries. MRI provides clear, radiation-free imaging.

Q5: Fast, affordable MRI option?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides MRI scans under $1,000, insurance and Medisave claimable, within 1 working day, and non-surgical treatment options.

Q1: What are the risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated herniated discs or nerve compression can cause permanent nerve damage, weakness, or chronic pain.

Q2: Therapy isn’t helping — what should I do?
Persistent pain or neurological symptoms indicate the need for MRI to confirm the diagnosis before further ineffective treatment.

Q3: Why MRI over X-ray or CT?
X-ray shows bones only; CT may miss soft tissue. MRI shows discs, ligaments, and nerves clearly and safely.

Q4: What urgent signs require MRI immediately?
Severe leg weakness, numbness, bowel/bladder changes, or sudden worsening pain are red flags requiring urgent MRI.

Q5: Fast, affordable MRI option?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides MRI scans under $1,000, insurance and Medisave claimable, within 1 working day, along with non-surgical treatment options.

Q1: Why does long sitting cause back pain?
Prolonged sitting can aggravate early disc degeneration, ligament strain, or nerve compression. Symptoms may persist even after stretching or therapy.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t helped — should I do MRI?
Yes. Persistent pain indicates the underlying issue hasn’t been addressed. MRI can identify disc, ligament, or nerve problems before they worsen.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Chronic untreated issues can lead to nerve damage, pain flare-ups, and reduced work productivity.

Q4: Why MRI over X-ray or CT?
MRI shows soft tissue and nerves clearly without radiation; X-ray or CT may miss early disc or ligament problems.

Q5: Fast, affordable MRI option?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides MRI scans under $1,000, insurance and Medisave claimable, within 1 working day, plus non-surgical treatment options.

Q1: Why might early spinal arthritis be missed?
X-rays show bone changes only. Cartilage loss, ligament inflammation, and early disc degeneration are visible only on MRI.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t worked — should I do MRI?
Yes. Persistent pain despite physiotherapy signals the need for imaging to identify the cause accurately.

Q3: How does MRI help treatment planning?
MRI reveals which joints, discs, or ligaments are affected, allowing targeted non-surgical options such as guided therapy, supplements, or HotHeal therapy.

Q4: Risks of delaying MRI?
Worsening arthritis, chronic pain, and limited mobility may occur if diagnosis is delayed.

Q5: Fast MRI option?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides MRI scans under $1,000, insurance and Medisave claimable, within 1 working day, plus non-surgical treatment options.