Q1: Why does back pain radiate to my leg?
Pain radiating to the leg often indicates nerve compression from herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or inflammation.

Q2: Therapy hasn’t helped — should I do MRI?
Yes. Persistent radiating pain signals a serious underlying issue that needs MRI confirmation. Continuing therapy without imaging may be ineffective.

Q3: Risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated nerve compression can cause permanent weakness, numbness, or foot drop.

Q4: Why not X-ray or ultrasound?
X-rays cannot visualize discs or nerves; ultrasound cannot assess deep spinal structures. MRI is the gold standard.

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.