Q1: What could cause persistent knee swelling?
Cartilage injury, meniscus tear, ligament strain, or inflammation. Only MRI can clearly confirm the cause.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t resolved it — what next?
If short physiotherapy trials fail, it’s time to reconsider the diagnosis. MRI saves time, money, and prevents worsening damage.

Q3: Why MRI over X-ray or ultrasound?
X-ray misses soft tissue injuries. Ultrasound is operator-dependent. MRI shows ligaments, cartilage, tendons, and swelling clearly, without radiation.

Q4: What might happen if I delay MRI?
Delayed diagnosis can lead to chronic pain, limited mobility, and long-term joint damage.

Q5: Quick and affordable MRI options?
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.

Q1: Why does my knee hurt months after a fall?
Injuries to ligaments, meniscus, or cartilage may remain undetected without MRI, which is the only way to confirm the exact cause safely.

Q2: Therapy didn’t help — what should I do?
Short-term therapy failure is a sign to reconsider diagnosis. MRI identifies the real cause instead of wasting more time and money.

Q3: Why not just X-ray?
X-ray shows bones only. MRI reveals ligaments, cartilage, tendons, and inflammation clearly, with no radiation.

Q4: Consequences of waiting too long?
Untreated injuries may worsen, causing chronic pain, swelling, or instability.

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

Q1: What’s causing my knee pain after exercise?
Possible causes include meniscus tear, ligament strain, early arthritis, or cartilage damage. Therapy alone cannot confirm the exact issue.

Q2: Short therapy hasn’t helped — what next?
If physiotherapy or rest doesn’t relieve pain, MRI is recommended to identify the real problem instead of spending more on treatments that may not work.

Q3: How does MRI compare to X-ray or ultrasound?
X-ray won’t show soft tissues. Ultrasound may miss deep cartilage or ligament injuries. MRI provides a complete, radiation-free view.

Q4: Risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated injuries may worsen, causing chronic pain, swelling, or permanent joint damage.

Q5: Fast and 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 to help you recover safely.

Q1: What’s causing knee pain when climbing stairs?
Pain could be from meniscus tears, early arthritis, cartilage wear, or ligament strain. No doctor or therapist can be 100% sure without clear imaging like MRI.

Q2: I’ve tried physiotherapy and rest but pain persists — what should I do?
If short trials of therapy don’t improve your symptoms, it’s time to question why. MRI can identify the real cause instead of wasting time on more treatments.

Q3: Why is MRI better than X-ray or ultrasound?
X-ray shows bones only. Ultrasound depends on the operator. MRI clearly shows cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and inflammation — all without radiation.

Q4: What could be missed if I delay MRI?
Meniscus tear, cartilage damage, early arthritis, or bone stress injuries could worsen and lead to long-term mobility issues.

Q5: Why do most people delay MRI?
Cost and long wait times — many clinics charge over $1,000 or require weeks of booking.

Q6: What are faster, affordable MRI options?
The Pain Relief Clinic provides insurance and Medisave claimable MRI scans within 1 working day, and non-surgical treatment options to help you recover safely.

Q1: Who is this common in?

Adults 35–60, desk-bound professionals, and gym-goers who lift weights or reach overhead often.

Q2: What are the warning symptoms?

Pain lifting the arm, stiffness reaching overhead, or clicking sounds.

Q3: What do people usually try first?

Massage, physiotherapy, acupuncture, heat patches, or pain gels.

Q4: When is MRI recommended?

If shoulder pain lasts beyond 2–3 weeks, affects daily activity, or limits motion.

Q5: What might be missed without MRI?

• Rotator cuff tear

• Bursitis

• Labral tear

• Early frozen shoulder

Q6: Why not rely on X-ray or ultrasound?

X-rays miss soft tissue injuries. Ultrasound depends heavily on the operator. MRI gives precise, full-joint visualization.

Q7: Why is MRI delayed?

Cost concerns and difficulty finding fast, affordable scans.

Q8: Solution:

At The Pain Relief Clinic, MRI can be arranged within 1 working day, cost below $1,000, Medisave claimable, and cashless options are available.