Q1: Why does my back hurt persistently?
Causes include herniated discs, ligament injury, early arthritis, or nerve compression. Therapy alone cannot rule out serious issues.

Q2: Physiotherapy hasn’t helped — should I do MRI?
Yes. If short trials of therapy fail, MRI identifies the real cause and prevents ongoing pain or worsening damage.

Q3: Why MRI over X-ray or CT?
X-ray shows bones only. CT shows bone and some soft tissue but involves radiation. MRI provides clear, radiation-free imaging of discs, ligaments, nerves, and soft tissue.

Q4: Risks of delaying MRI?
Potential missed diagnosis of herniated disc, nerve compression, spinal infection, or early arthritis. Delay may lead to chronic pain or permanent nerve damage.

Q5: Fast, affordable 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 to help you recover safely.