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Understanding Your Spine with Dr. Prem Pillay
Dr Prem Pillay explains the anatomy and function of the spine, highlighting its three main regions, the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar...
May 21, 20251 min read
Dr Prem Pillay on Brain Health & Table Tennis
Dr Prem Pillay, renowned neurosurgeon from Mount Elizabeth Hospital, shares how table tennis and exercise can improve brain and spine...
May 21, 20251 min read
The Hidden Dangers of Distracted Walking
In this eye-opening episode of Talking Point, we explore the risks of using mobile phones while walking. With insights from neurosurgeon...
May 21, 20251 min read
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Concerned About Brain, Spine or Nerve Issues?
Explore trusted medical articles to understand your symptoms, learn about possible conditions, and know when to seek care.
Nerve Conditions & Disorders
Neck & Back Pains
What Are Neck and Back Pains? Neck and back pains are among the most common complaints worldwide, affecting individuals of all ages and...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Head & Neck Pains
Increasing Cases of Head and Neck Pain There are more people suffering from both head and neck pains in our modern age. Dr Prem Pillay, a...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
T2 Syndrome
What is T2 Syndrome? T2 syndrome, also known as thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), is a condition caused by the compression of nerves or...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Fibromyalgias
What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread pain, fatigue, and tenderness in the muscles,...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
What is Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)? Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Type...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Sweaty Palms
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Post-Herpetic Neuralgias
What is Post-Herpetic Neuralgia? Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a chronic nerve pain condition that can develop following an outbreak...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Brachial/Lumbar Plexus Avulsion Pains
What Are Brachial and Lumbar Plexus Avulsion Pains? Brachial and lumbar plexus avulsion pains are debilitating forms of nerve pain caused...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Amputation/Phantom Pains
What Are Amputation and Phantom Pains? Amputation refers to the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb due to trauma, infection,...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Nerve Injuries
Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Nerves are fragile and can be damaged by pressure, stretching, or cutting. Injury to a nerve can stop...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at the Elbow (Cubital Tunnel Syndrome)
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 24, 20258 min read
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 24, 20256 min read
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