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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.
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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
Hand Pains
What is Hand Pain? Hand pain is a common condition that can affect individuals of all ages and occupations. It is characterised by...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Face Pains
What is Face Pain? Face pain refers to discomfort, aching, or sharp sensations in the face, which can affect areas such as the jaw,...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Burning Thigh Pains (Meralgia Paresthetica)
Dr. Prem Pillay, Singapore Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with super specialty training in Neurosurgical Oncology (Fellow at MD Anderson...
Jan 24, 20252 min read
Bone Mineral Density (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry, DEXA)
What is Bone Mineral Density (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry, DEXA)? Bone Mineral Density (BMD) testing, commonly performed using Dual...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
EMG/ NCS (Electromyogram/ Nerve Conduction Studies)
What are EMG and NCS (Electromyogram and Nerve Conduction Studies)? Electromyograms (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) are...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Blood Tests
What Are Blood Tests? Blood tests are diagnostic tools used to assess a person’s overall health and detect a wide range of medical...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
Computed Tomography (CT Scan of the Spine)
What is a Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Spine? A Computed Tomography (CT) scan of the spine is a specialised imaging procedure...
Jan 24, 20253 min read
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