WE SEE PATIENTS WITH PAIN-RELATED CONDITIONS

We see patients with a variety of Pain-related conditions. In particular, we see patients who have pain that have not improved after at least a week from its onset. Some of these conditions have the propensity to become chronic (eg. Low back pain) and we aim to treat them before they become chronic. We also see patients who have established chronic pain. This is defined as pain that has persisted for 12 weeks or more. 

Some of the common Pain Conditions we see include:
  • Musculoskeletal Pain
    • Low Back Pain & Sciatica from Lumbar Disc Herniation
    • Frozen Shoulder & Rotator Cuff Problems
    • Neck Pain & Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
    • Knee & Hip Joint Pain
  • Nerve Pain
    • Shingles / Postherpetic Neuralgia
    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
  • Headaches & Migraines
  • ​Cancer Related Pain
ABOUT OUR DOCTOR

Dr. Christopher Liu is a well-regarded Pain Physician. Trained at prestigious institutions including Singapore General Hospital and University Health Network (Toronto), he specializes in treatment of Pain. He sees patients with a variety of Musculoskeletal Disorders, Nerve Pain, Headaches, Orofacial Pain and Cancer Pain. With a wealth of experience and a prolific academic career, Dr. Liu is committed to delivering comprehensive pain management solutions. He is highly regarded for his research and is actively involved in a number of professional societies such as the American Interventional Headache Society & ASRA Pain Medicine. Beyond his professional endeavours, Dr. Liu finds joy in spending quality time with his family and playing tennis.
INTERVENTIONAL PAIN PROCEDURES

Interventional Pain Procedures are minimally invasive (non-surgical) procedures that help patients to manage their pain. Examples of the Interventional Pain Procedures include:
  • Epidural Steroid Injections - Helps reduce nerve inflammation
  • Nucleoplasty - Reduces intra-discal pressure and nerve compression
  • Barbotage - Removes calcium deposits in the tendons
  • Nerve Ablation - Ablation of nerves to reduce pain transmission into the brain
  • Botox Injections - Muscle Relaxation & Reduces pain-causing neuropeptides​​
  • Platelet Rich Plasma Injections - Enhance tissue regeneration and recovery

INFORMATION ON PAIN CONDITIONS

Diagnosis
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The diagnosis of your pain condition starts off with an initial consultation. During this time, the potential pain generators will be identified. Depending on what is found during the consultation, further investigations (blood tests, imaging or diagnostic injections) may be required.
Multidisciplinary Treatment
In pain medicine, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. In some cases, what is required is some rest and medications. In other cases, physical therapy, minimally invasive procedures or surgery may be required. We work with other specialists and allied health to achieve the best outcomes for you.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Minimally invasive procedures are sometimes offered for the management of persistent pain.
Examples of these procedures include Injections, Botox, Nerve Ablations, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implants, etc. Depending on the condition and treatment, the outcome may be either curative or decreased pain.
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Dr Christopher Liu is a Pain Specialist from Singapore. He has more than 15 years of experience in successfully treating Chronic Pain conditions. He employs any one of a number of specialist interventions - from analgesic medications to minimally invasive procedures and physiotherapy. Whether your pain is musculoskeletal, neuropathic or any other, Dr Christopher Liu can help you to determine the cause of your pain. He can also outline a strategy that can help you to get better and return to your usual activities.