Q1: Why get MRI before surgery?
MRI confirms the exact cause of pain — meniscus tear, ligament injury, or cartilage damage — ensuring the surgery is necessary and targeted.

Q2: Short trial of therapy failed — should I do MRI?
Yes. If non-surgical therapy doesn’t help, MRI identifies the problem before considering invasive treatment.

Q3: Risks of skipping MRI?
Incorrect diagnosis may lead to unnecessary surgery, ineffective injections, or ongoing pain.

Q4: How does MRI compare to X-ray or CT?
MRI shows soft tissue clearly, unlike X-ray or CT, and has no radiation risk.

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 X-ray miss early arthritis?
X-ray only detects bone changes, but cartilage, ligaments, and soft tissue are invisible. MRI can reveal early degeneration before it causes severe pain.

Q2: I’ve tried therapy, but my knee still aches — what now?
If short-term therapy doesn’t help, MRI should be considered to confirm the cause and guide treatment. Continuing therapy without diagnosis may waste time and money.

Q3: How does MRI help treatment planning?
MRI can pinpoint the affected cartilage, ligament, or meniscus, allowing targeted non-surgical interventions like guided therapy, regenerative supplements, or HotHeal therapy.

Q4: Risks of waiting?
Delayed diagnosis can lead to worsening arthritis, chronic pain, and limited mobility.

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: Why does my knee click and ache?
Clicking or popping sounds often come from meniscus tears, cartilage wear, or loose tissue fragments inside the joint. These issues may not be visible on X-ray.

Q2: Short therapy hasn’t fixed it — should I do MRI?
Yes. Persistent pain and clicking despite therapy indicate the underlying problem hasn’t been addressed. MRI identifies the real cause efficiently.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated meniscus or cartilage damage can progress, causing chronic pain, swelling, or even joint instability.

Q4: How does MRI compare to other scans?
MRI shows cartilage, ligaments, and meniscus clearly without radiation, while X-ray cannot detect soft tissue damage.

Q5: Affordable MRI options?
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 knee pain during routine activities?
Common causes include meniscus tear, ligament strain, cartilage wear, or early arthritis. Even mild injuries can progressively worsen if untreated.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t worked — what now?
If a short trial of physiotherapy, massage, or anti-inflammatory medication fails, MRI should be considered to confirm diagnosis rather than continuing ineffective treatments.

Q3: Why not X-ray or ultrasound?
X-ray misses cartilage and ligament injuries. Ultrasound may not detect deep joint problems. MRI provides a complete, radiation-free view.

Q4: Risks of waiting?
Delayed diagnosis can lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility, and early joint degeneration.

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

Q1: Why can’t I kneel or squat anymore?
Loss of knee mobility can be due to meniscus tears, ligament injuries, cartilage damage, or early arthritis. Even small injuries can cause pain and instability.

Q2: I’ve tried physiotherapy — should I still do MRI?
Yes. Short therapy trials that fail indicate the root cause hasn’t been addressed. MRI identifies the underlying problem before it worsens.

Q3: What are the risks of delaying MRI?
Ignoring persistent pain may lead to chronic inflammation, worsening cartilage wear, or permanent joint damage.

Q4: Are X-rays enough?
No. X-rays show bones but cannot detect soft tissue injuries. MRI gives a clear, radiation-free view of ligaments, cartilage, and tendons.

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 to help you recover safely.