Frequently Asked Questions

Overview

Our patients are our top priority. Kindly read the answers to the FAQs below to get started on your healthcare journey with us.  

Alternatively, you may locate your nearest DR+ clinic to speak directly with any of our clinic staff. 

Clinic Services & General Practice

Is DR+ a primary care clinic or a pain specialist clinic?

DR+ (pronounced as Doctor Plus) Medical & Paincare clinic is a primary care clinic brand that offers comprehensive healthcare services with a focus on pain management. 

Where are your clinic locations and the opening hours?

Our GP clinics are located islandwide. Please find your nearest clinic locations here –  Locate your nearest DR+ clinic here: https://drplus.com.sg/clinic-locations/  

How Do I Make an Appointment?

Walk-ins welcome! Feel free to visit us anytime during our clinic operating hours: https://drplus.com.sg/clinic-locations/ 

For health screening and examinations, you may call the individual clinics to make an appointment.

Pain Treatments

Why DR+ clinics for pain treatments?

Over the last 15 years, Singapore Paincare clinics have helped many patients who have suffered from different chronic pain conditions. DR+ Medical & Paincare Clinic, a GP clinic brand, forms the frontline of Singapore Paincare medical group’s vision to build a comprehensive paincare ecosystem, bringing affordable primary care and pain care services to the heartland. 

What are Minimally Invasive Procedures and how does it help you with your pain conditions?

Minimally invasive procedures are techniques that involve smaller incisions, less tissue disruption, and shorter recover times. We incorporate minimally invasive procedures in the form of specialised injections, to treat common chronic pain conditions as an alternative to using painkillers and open surgery.   

Compared to the temporary relief offered by conventional physical therapies, our pain treatment approaches provide sustainable and effective solutions. By addressing the root causes of pain with minimally invasive procedures, we aim to minimise the need for long-term reliance on painkillers and reduce the risks associated with traditional open surgeries. We prioritise safer, cost-effective, and minimally invasive treatments that prioritise our patients’ well-being and comfort.   

Learn more about our minimally invasive procedures here: https://drplus.com.sg/our-pain-expertise/   

How are we different from other GPs who may also use specialised pain injections?

Our DR+ Pain Care GPs are trained to apply a proprietary roadmap for specialised pain treatment. Every GP is trained under Singapore Paincare Academy where they acquire skills to perform specialised injections and other procedures to bring effective pain relief to patients.   

What are the different minimally invasive procedures and how do they help with pain conditions?

Our proprietary know-how from pain assessments, diagnosing pain conditions and reaching a pain treatment roadmap has allowed us to provide on average 70% improvement from the original pain; with some patients’ pain completely relieved. As each patient’s pain condition is unique, results may differ and amount of pain relief will vary depending on the condition type and chronicity level.   

  

Coreflex Injections  

Coreflex injections are a form of minimally invasive treatment used to treat a wide variety of common pain conditions. The injectate contains a combination of local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory agent administered directly into or around the affected area to provide targeted pain relief and reduce inflammation.  

Learn more about Coreflex here: https://drplus.com.sg/coreflex-injections/   

  

Platelet Rich Plasma Prolotherapy (PRP)  

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is a medical treatment that utilises a patient’s own blood components to promote the healing and regeneration of various body tissues.  

Learn more about PRP treatment here: https://drplus.com.sg/platelet-rich-plasma-prolotherapy/   

  

Intra-articular Injections  

Intra-articular injections contain hyaluronic acid (a form of gel-like viscosupplement) together with anti-inflammatory agents and local anaesthetic. It is administered to address swelling and effusion in affected joints, alleviating discomfort and promote better joint function, especially for individuals dealing with joint degeneration.   

Learn more about intra-articular injections here: https://drplus.com.sg/intra-articular-injections/   

  

Peripheral Nerve Blocks  

Peripheral nerve blocks involve injecting local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory near specific nerves to interrupt pain signals and break pain cycle.   

Learn more about peripheral nerve blocks here: https://drplus.com.sg/peripheral-nerve-blocks/ 

Who can benefit from minimally invasive procedures?

Anyone with a pain condition can benefit from these procedures. Upon consultation with our pain care GP, our doctors will assess and provide a suitable treatment for your pain condition. 

Are there any side effects/risks of minimally invasive procedures?

Coreflex injections and PRP are generally safe for all. For PRP, as the injection is taken from patient’s own blood made up of your own cells and plasma, the risk of an allergic reaction is very low. 

How quickly can patients expect relief after treatment?

Pain relief effect starts immediately after treatment due to local anaesthetic. Some pain may come back in the next 1-2 days when local anaesthetic wears off but patient should feel lesser pain than before. Pain relief results will be most noticeable starting from 1st week to 3rd week after treatment. 

What to expect during minimally invasive pain treatment?

Our minimally invasive procedure involves injecting of pain medication at painful areas, to reach the pain source/generator. Depending on the pain condition, different injections may be utilised to either remove the pain generator or stop the pain signals.   

Injections can be given in a doctor’s clinic and usually take just a few minutes. Several sites may be injected in one visit. Patients will be observed before they are allowed to go home. 

Is there any downtime for minimally invasive procedure?

There is little to no downtime and patient may resume normal activity after treatment. 

Fees & Insurance

What are your initial consultation charges?

Our first visit consultation varies among clinics starting from $20. You may walk-in or contact any of our clinics to enquire: https://drplus.com.sg/clinic-locations/ 

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