Q1: Why does shoulder pain worsen during sports or exercise?
Overuse or acute trauma can cause rotator cuff strain, tendonitis, labrum tears, or cartilage damage. Persistent pain despite rest or physiotherapy signals the need for further evaluation.

Q2: My therapy hasn’t helped — should I do MRI?
Yes. If short-term conservative management fails, MRI is recommended to identify the root cause and guide targeted treatment, preventing further injury.

Q3: What are the risks of delaying MRI?
Untreated injuries may worsen, leading to chronic pain, reduced range of motion, and inability to participate in sports or exercise.

Q4: Why is MRI superior to X-ray or ultrasound?
MRI provides high-resolution imaging of tendons, ligaments, labrum, and cartilage, whereas X-rays and ultrasound are limited or operator-dependent.

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