Choosing a sports medicine specialist involves more than credentials or reputation. It is about finding
a doctor whose training, experience, and approach to care align with your needs, whether
you are competing, staying active, or recovering from an injury.
The right doctor is someone who understands the demands of your sport, sets clear and realistic goals
with you, and works closely and collaboratively to support both your recovery and long-term
performance. With the right support, you can stay healthy, perform at your best, and reduce
the risk of setbacks.
At Apex Sports Clinic, we manage a
wide range of musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions across all activity levels. Our approach combines
orthopaedic expertise with evidence-based therapy to deliver personalised, goal-driven treatment
suited to your individual condition.
Dr Foo Gen Lin is an experienced
orthopaedic surgeon with over 15 years of clinical practice and 30,000 patients
seen, specialising in sports injury management and hip
preservation.
He graduated from Cambridge University and completed his clinical training in London. He
later completed his orthopaedic residency and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons
of
Edinburgh and the Academy of Medicine, Singapore in 2017.
He later underwent fellowship training in
New Zealand through the Ministry of Health’s HMDP scholarship, focusing on arthroscopic and
minimally invasive techniques for the hip, knee, shoulder, and other joints.
Outside of clinical work, Dr Foo has competed in triathlon and duathlon events, including
representing Singapore at the 2019 SEA Games. His background in endurance sports shapes his
rehabilitation approach, supporting individuals returning to activity, managing recurring
injuries, or maintaining long-term physical function.
Dr Wang Mingchang is a sports and
exercise medicine physician with over a decade of experience and more than 30,000 patients
seen. He holds full specialist
accreditation in both Sports Medicine and Family Medicine, the only doctor in Singapore with
this distinction.
He graduated from the National University of Singapore in 2008 and spent over 13 years with the
National University Health System, including clinical and leadership roles at the National
University Hospital.
His practice focuses on the non-surgical management of musculoskeletal and
sports-related injuries, with expertise in shockwave therapy and ultrasound-guided
injections. He is also certified by Exercise is Medicine Singapore to prescribe exercise for
patients with stable chronic conditions.
Dr Wang has supported Team Singapore at major sporting events, including serving as Chief
Medical Officer at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. He has taught for over a decade at
institutions
including NUS, and remains active in training, mentoring, and contributing to the development of
sports medicine in Singapore.
Ms Sarita Mok is a senior
physiotherapist experienced in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of
musculoskeletal and sports injuries. She works with people of all ages and fitness levels, from
those simply staying active to competitive athletes, tailoring every recovery plan to get them
back to the activities that matter to them.
Her approach combines proven rehabilitation techniques with care tailored to the individual,
always looking beyond the pain to address what is causing it. She has a particular interest in
helping patients recover after surgery, managing sports injuries, and using guided exercise to
rebuild strength and movement throughout recovery.
Working alongside the orthopaedic and sports medicine team at Apex Sports Clinic, Sarita believes
in keeping patients informed and involved, with clear communication and rehabilitation
programmes built around their goals.
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Sports injuries can affect anyone who stays active, from recreational runners and gym-goers to
competitive athletes in high-impact sports such as football, basketball, and
taekwondo.
Most are musculoskeletal, affecting the muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, or bones. Recognising the
early warning signs and getting an accurate diagnosis, sometimes confirmed with imaging such as an
MRI scan,
makes it easier to understand the injury and decide on the right treatment.
Below are some of the sports injuries we see most often.
An ACL tear is an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament, one of the main ligaments that
stabilises the knee.
It often happens during sudden stops, pivots, or awkward landings in sports like
football and basketball, and can cause a popping sensation, rapid swelling, and a
feeling that the knee may give way.
A meniscus tear is damage to the meniscus, the C-shaped cartilage that cushions and
stabilises the knee joint.
It usually occurs when the knee is twisted under load, leading to pain, swelling,
stiffness, and a sensation of the knee catching or locking when you move.
An ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments that support the ankle, and one of
the most frequent sports injuries.
It happens when the ankle rolls or twists beyond its normal range, overstretching
the ligaments and causing pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight.
A rotator cuff injury is a strain or tear of the group of muscles and tendons that
stabilise the shoulder.
It is common in overhead sports such as swimming, tennis, and badminton, and
typically causes shoulder pain and weakness when lifting the arm.
Tennis and golfer's elbow are overuse injuries that affect the tendons attaching
to the elbow.
Repetitive gripping and swinging can inflame these tendons, causing pain on the
outer side (tennis elbow) or the inner side (golfer's elbow) of the elbow.
An Achilles tendon injury affects the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf
muscles to the heel bone.
Running and jumping sports can lead to tendonitis or, in more severe cases, a
rupture, causing pain and stiffness at the back of the ankle.
Spend 10–30 minutes doing a proper warm-up that includes jumping exercises, strength moves, balance drills, and agility work at least 2–3 times per week. These programmes can reduce your overall injury risk by about 35%.
Regular strength training is one of the most powerful injury prevention tools, and it can reduce sports injuries to less than one-third of what they would be otherwise. Focus on building leg and core strength.
Balance training (also called proprioception training) helps your body react better during sports and can cut injury risk in half. This includes exercises like standing on one leg or using balance boards.
Wear the right gear for your sport. Ankle braces can help prevent re-injury if you have sprained your ankle before, and wrist guards protect against wrist injuries in sports like snowboarding.
Do not push too hard too fast. Gradually increase your training intensity and give your body time to rest and recover between sessions to prevent overuse injuries.
Is your injury complex, confusing, or just not getting better?
Don't wait for it to worsen. Consult with our sports doctors today.
| Orthopaedic Treatments & Services | Estimated Cost (SGD)* |
|---|---|
| Consultation & Assessment | |
| Initial Consultation | From $200 |
| Follow-Up Consultation | From $150 |
| Second Opinion Consultation | From $200 |
| Diagnostic Services | |
| X-Ray | From $100 |
| MRI Scan | From $1,000 |
| Ultrasound Imaging | From $100 |
| Nerve Conduction Study | From $800 |
| Electromyography | From $800 |
| Sports Performance & Fitness Testing | |
| VO2 Max Test | From $250 |
| Lactate Threshold Test | From $200 |
| Gait Analysis | From $200 per session |
| Non-Invasive Treatments | |
| Physiotherapy | From $200 per session |
| Sports Physiotherapy | From $200 per session |
| Shockwave Therapy | From $100 per session |
| Bracing / Casting / Splinting | From $300 |
| Injection-Based Treatments | |
| Bursa Injection | From $250 per injection |
| Cortisone Injection | From $250 per injection |
| Hyaluronic Acid Injection | From $1,000 per injection |
| Joint Aspiration (Arthrocentesis) | From $250 per injection |
| Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment | From $1,000 per injection |
| Epidural Steroid Injection | From $3,000 |
| Ultrasound Guidance for Injections (in addition to cost of injection) | From $150 |
| Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures | |
| Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) | From $3,000 |
| ACL Reconstruction | From $10,000 |
| Ligament Reconstruction | From $10,000 |
| Debridement (Chondral / Impingement / Osteophytes / Soft Tissue) | From $8,000 |
| Hip Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) Surgery | From $10,000 |
| Hip Labral Repair | From $10,000 |
| Knee Meniscus Repair / Meniscectomy | From $8,000 |
| Loose Body Removal | From $6,000 |
| Nucleoplasty | From $10,000 |
| Osteochondral Lesion Treatment (OLT) – Ankle / Knee / Elbow | From $10,000 |
| Shoulder Labral Repair | From $10,000 |
| Shoulder Rotator Cuff Repair | From $10,000 |
| Synovectomy | From $6,000 |
| Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Debridement / Repair | From $10,000 |
| Traditional / Open Surgical Procedures | |
| Bunion Surgery (Hallux Valgus Correction) | From $10,000 |
| Carpal Tunnel Release | From $2,000 |
| Fracture Fixation (ORIF) | From $6,000 |
| Heel Spur Surgery | From $5,000 |
| Hip Replacement Surgery (Partial / Total) | From $12,000 |
| Knee Meniscus Transplant | From $15,000 |
| Knee Replacement Surgery (Partial / Total) | From $10,000 |
| Shoulder Replacement Surgery (Partial / Total) | From $12,000 |
| Shoulder Stabilisation Surgery (Latarjet / Bankart Repair) | From $10,000 |
| Tendon Repair – Achilles / Patellar / Quadriceps | From $8,000 |
| Tendon Transfer Surgery – Shoulder / Elbow / Foot | From $8,000 |
| Trigger Finger Release | From $2,000 |
*The prices provided are indicative and may differ based on the nature of your condition, the specific
procedure required, and other clinical factors.
If you are seeking a treatment or service not mentioned above, please get
in touch with us for more information.
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