Q1: What causes back pain from a slipped disc?
Herniated discs press on nerves, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in legs. X-rays cannot show disc problems; only MRI can.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t worked — what now?
If physiotherapy or medication fails, MRI is necessary to determine if the disc is the source before further treatments or injections.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Nerve compression can worsen, causing permanent damage, leg weakness, or chronic pain.

Q4: Why MRI over other scans?
MRI shows discs, nerves, ligaments, and soft tissue clearly without radiation. CT or X-ray may miss soft tissue injuries.

Q5: Fast 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.