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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 211 min read
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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 211 min read
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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 211 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.
Spine Conditions & Disorders


Pediatric Spinal Cord Tumours, Spinal Cord Tumours in Children
What are Spinal Cord Tumours in Children? Spinal cord tumours in children are abnormal growths that develop within or around the spinal...
Jan 243 min read
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Back Pain in Children
Description Back pain in children is not like back pain in adults. Compared to an adult, a child with a backache is more likely to have a...
Jan 245 min read
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Scoliosis
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 233 min read
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Crooked Back
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 234 min read
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Tethered Cord Syndrome in Adults
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 233 min read
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Chiari Malformations
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 239 min read
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Cervical Radiculopathies
What are Cervical Radiculopathies? Cervical radiculopathies, often referred to as a "pinched nerve," occur when a nerve in the neck is...
Jan 233 min read
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Neck Pains
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 239 min read
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Sciaticas
What is Sciatica? Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. This nerve runs from the...
Jan 233 min read
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Disc Herniation/Slipped Disc
What is a Disc Herniation/Slipped Disc? A disc herniation, often referred to as a slipped or ruptured disc, occurs when the soft,...
Jan 233 min read
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Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Anatomy of The Spine Almost everyone will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. A common cause of low back pain is...
Jan 2310 min read
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Back Pains
What is Back Pain? Back pain is one of the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. It is...
Jan 233 min read
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