$150 Neck & Back Pain Screening with Specialist
Is that persistent ache in your neck or back more than just “tiredness”?
For $150, get a professional assessment with our neck & back pain screening and X-ray with Dr. Yong Ren, Senior Orthopaedic Consultant at The Orthopaedic & Pain Practice, and take the first confident step toward recovery.
Why Choose Dr. Yong Ren as Your Neck & Back Specialist?
When your neck & back needs expert attention, you need a surgeon known for precision and speed.
Dr. Yong Ren’s extensive background, including specialised training in Switzerland and years leading trauma teams, ensures you receive care guided by deep, internationally-honed expertise.
He’s adept at complex reconstruction and modern techniques.
Specialist Training & Focus:
He’s adept at complex reconstruction and modern techniques.
Specialist Training & Focus:
- Advanced fellowship in Pelvic and Spinal Surgery at the Inselspital in Bern, Switzerland.
- Clinical focus on hip and knee conditions, alongside complex fracture surgery.
- Former Assistant Professor at Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, demonstrating commitment to orthopaedic education.
- Former Head of Orthopaedic Trauma at KTPH, showing proven leadership in high-stakes environments.
- Focus on utilising minimally invasive techniques where suitable for optimal patient outcomes.
- MBBS (National University of Singapore)
- MMed (Orthopaedic Surgery)
- FRCSed (Orthopaedic), Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK.
Here’s why patients choose Dr. Yong Ren.
Specialist Range of Solutions
From non-invasive physiotherapy and ergonomic advice to surgery, Dr. Yong Ren covers the full spectrum of neck and back care.
He tailors the treatment to your joint, not just one procedure.
Focus on Minimally Invasive Approaches
We get it, surgery isn’t your first choice. We explore every minimally invasive option first and advise you on outcomes, so you recover faster and feel better sooner.
Expedited Care
(1-2 weeks to surgery)
Unlike lengthy public hospital queues, we focus on Fast-Track Surgery.
If surgery is necessary, we aim to schedule your procedure within 1 to 2 weeks of your initial consultation, preventing further deterioration.
Financial Clarity
We help you manage your Medisave benefits and private insurance pre-authorisation so you know your out-of-pocket costs upfront.
What's included in the $150 Neck & Back Pain Consult & X-ray?
This is a no-pressure, no-obligation consultation.
Understand the root cause of your neck and back pain and explore your options.
- Consultation with Dr. Yong Ren, Senior Orthopaedic Specialist
- Physical examination
- Cervical / Thoracic Spine X-ray (AP & Lateral Views)
- Preliminary diagnosis and discussion of treatment options
- Personalised next-step recommendations
Dr Yong Ren will advise if more imaging (e.g. MRI) is required to diagnose your condition.
When Should I See a Neck & Back Specialist?
Consult a neck & back specialist if you experience any of the following:
- The pain is persistent: You’ve been dealing with the ache for more than six weeks without much improvement.
- You feel "pins and needles": Numbness, tingling, or weakness in your hands, arms, or legs often indicates nerve involvement.
- Night-time discomfort: The pain worsens when you lie down or keeps you from getting a decent night's sleep.
- Post-injury symptoms: You’ve recently had a fall or a minor accident, and the pain hasn't quite settled.
- Mechanical issues: You find it difficult to stand up straight, or you notice one shoulder seems higher than the other.
What Could be the Cause of My Neck & Back Issue?
Your $150 consultation is designed to identify the underlying cause of your neck & back pain.
Through a detailed assessment and review of your medical and activity background, Dr. Yong Ren provides a precise diagnosis and a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Some common causes are:
- Degenerative changes: This is essentially "wear and tear" of the joints and discs that comes with age, which may suggest why things feel stiffer than they used to.
- Nerve compression: Often caused by bone spurs or bulging discs pressing on the nerves branching out from your spinal cord.
- Disc issues: A "slipped" or herniated disc can cause quite sharp, radiating pain if it irritates a nearby nerve.
- Postural stress: Long hours hunched over computers or smartphones can put significant mechanical stress on the cervical and lumbar spine.
Treatment Options for your Neck & Back Pain
We always start with the least invasive options first, because the goal is to help you recover safely, quickly, and with as little downtime as possible.
Here’s the variety of options available with Dr Yong Ren:
Here’s the variety of options available with Dr Yong Ren:
Conservative
Customised physiotherapy, ergonomic adjustments, and medication to manage inflammation.
Interventional
Targeted injections (such as corticosteroids or nerve blocks) to help settle severe flare-ups.
Advanced
Minimally invasive procedures or surgery, though these are typically suggested only when other options haven’t provided the necessary relief.
Medical Insurance and Medisave Coverage
The Orthopaedic & Pain Practice is MOH-accredited and Medisave / MediShield Life certified.
We partner with most major corporate and personal insurance providers, including Integrated Shield Plans (IPs)
Depending on your coverage and treatment type, your bills can be fully or partially covered by insurance or Medisave.
Our team also assists with Letters of Guarantee (LOG) to help you enjoy a smooth, cashless experience.
Insurance companies we work with:
- AIA
- Prudential
- HSBC
- Great Eastern
- Fullerton Health Group
- Alliance Medinet
- Cigna
- Adept Health
- MSH China
- Mayfair Insurance
- Prestige International (S) Pte Ltd
- Bupa Global
- Henner Insurance
*Subjects to terms, conditions and policy coverage.
FAQ about Neck & Back Pain
Mild strains may improve with rest and home care — but if pain, swelling, or stiffness lasts more than two weeks, it’s best to get assessed to rule out deeper issues like cartilage or ligament injuries.
A GP (general practitioner) can manage mild cases and provide basic pain relief, but a specialist like Dr Yong Ren offers:
On-the-spot diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRI referrals) to identify the exact cause of pain.
Specialised examination to assess discs, muscles, and alignment issues.
Targeted treatment plans — from physiotherapy and injections to minimally invasive surgery if needed.
In short, seeing a specialist saves time by moving straight to an accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment plan.
Yes. In most cases, Dr Yong Ren recommends non-surgical treatments first, such as physiotherapy, injections, or medications to reduce pain and inflammation
Our team will do our best to accommodate to your requests, especially for urgent or severe pain cases.
You’ll leave with a preliminary diagnosis, treatment options, estimated recovery timeline, and cost breakdown, so you can decide at your own pace.