Knee Pain Specialist in Singapore

A knee pain specialist in Singapore is a doctor trained in finding and treating the exact source of your knee pain. At Singapore Paincare, Dr Bernard Lee uses the Painostic® assessment framework to look beyond scans and identify whether your pain comes from the joint, surrounding soft tissues, or the nerves. He then applies minimally invasive procedures to relieve pain without open surgery, helping you return to daily activities with less downtime.

Red flags for knee pain are warning signs that suggest a more serious underlying condition. You should consider consulting a knee pain specialist promptly if you experience:

• You can’t bear weight on your knee or feel as if your knee is unstable (gives out)
• Have marked knee swelling
• Are not able to fully extend or flex your knee
• Have affected sleep due to painful knee
• Notice an obvious deformity in your leg or knee
• Experience a fever, in addition to redness, pain and swelling in your knee
• Experience severe knee pain that is associated with an injury

These may indicate a more serious condition that requires proper evaluation.

After your knee pain assessment is completed, you will receive a treatment plan tailored to your condition, symptoms, and functional needs. We will explain the likely cause of your knee pain, whether it is related to the joint, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, muscles, or surrounding soft tissues, together with the treatment options available and what to expect during recovery.

• Minimally Invasive Procedures – Targeted treatments may be recommended for suitable knee pain conditions, including cases involving knee osteoarthritis, ligament or tendon injuries, inflammation, cartilage wear, or persistent joint pain. These are typically performed as outpatient or day-surgery procedures where appropriate.
• Rehabilitation Support – Physiotherapy guidance, gait correction, stretching, and strengthening exercises may be incorporated to improve knee mobility, restore function, and reduce recurrence.
• Integrated Care – Additional supportive options may be considered when appropriate to complement recovery and improve overall symptom control.

Your progress will be reviewed regularly to monitor pain relief, knee movement, and functional improvement. Treatment may be adjusted based on your response, with the aim of achieving sustained recovery, better mobility, and long-term relief from knee pain.

More than 20 years of experiences in treating chronic and complex pain conditions

• MBBS Singapore
• Masters of Medicine (Anaesthesiology), Singapore
• Fellow of the Faculty of Pain Medicine, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetist
• Member of the International Association for the Study of Pain
• Member of Pain Association of Singapore

Dr. Bernard Lee Mun Kam is the founder of Singapore Paincare and a Consultant Pain Specialist at Singapore Paincare Center. He has more than two decades of clinical experience in pain medicine and holds qualifications in anaesthesiology and interventional pain management, including a Masters of Medicine (Anaesthesiology) and Fellowship with the Faculty of Pain Medicine (Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists). He has been a pioneer in developing pain services in Singapore and previously led major hospital pain units, including Tan Tock Seng Hospital and KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.

Recognised as one of Singapore’s early adopters of interventional pain techniques, Dr. Bernard introduced knifeless treatment methods that use specialised laser and balloon-based procedures for conditions such as slipped discs, nerve compression, arthritis and frozen shoulder. His multi-disciplinary training, including medical acupuncture, supports a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to treating pain without open surgery.

Dr. Bernard has a long-standing commitment to medical education. He has trained and mentored many doctors in Singapore and the region in interventional pain procedures and chronic pain management. Through the Singapore Paincare Academy, he continues to provide structured training for general practitioners, allied health professionals and TCM practitioners, ensuring consistent standards in pain assessment and treatment based on the Painostic® methodology.

Dr. Bernard is frequently invited to television and radio programmes to share his insights on pain conditions, treatment approaches and public education topics. His media contributions reflect his ongoing commitment to raising awareness of pain management and empowering the public with reliable medical information.

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