Dr Bryan Tan

Dr Bryan Tan Dr Bryan Tan | Shoulder and Sports Surgeon. MBBS(Singapore)
MMed (Ortho)
FRCS Ed(Orth)

Think that pain will “just go away”? 🤔That small discomfort during workouts or sportsmight actually be your body warning...
25/03/2026

Think that pain will “just go away”? 🤔

That small discomfort during workouts or sports
might actually be your body warning you ⚠️

Most people ignore it… until it gets worse.

Swipe through to understand:
✔️ Common sports injuries
✔️ Why they happen
✔️ When to take action

The earlier you treat it, the faster you recover.

📩 Experiencing pain? DM us to check if it’s something serious

Hari Raya is a beautiful reminder to slow down, reconnect, and appreciate the people around us.I hope this festive seaso...
21/03/2026

Hari Raya is a beautiful reminder to slow down, reconnect, and appreciate the people around us.

I hope this festive season brings you meaningful moments with your loved ones whether it’s sharing a meal, laughter, or simply being present together.

Wishing you and your family good health, happiness, and peace.

Ever wondered how surgeons see clearly inside your joints during keyhole surgery?Here’s something interesting — it’s act...
18/03/2026

Ever wondered how surgeons see clearly inside your joints during keyhole surgery?

Here’s something interesting — it’s actually done underwater. 💧

During arthroscopy, fluid is used inside the joint to:
✔️ Expand the space for better visibility
✔️ Reduce bleeding
✔️ Allow precise treatment using small instruments

This is why keyhole surgery is:
✨ Minimally invasive
✨ More accurate
✨ Faster recovery compared to traditional surgery

If you’re dealing with joint pain, injuries, or considering surgery — understanding your options is the first step.

🎥 Watch Dr Bryan Tan’s educational videos to learn more about your condition and treatment options.

Your orthopaedic specialist may recommend different tests such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI scans to understand what is...
12/03/2026

Your orthopaedic specialist may recommend different tests such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI scans to understand what is happening inside the joint and identify the root cause of the pain.

Each test provides different information helping doctors make the most accurate diagnosis and recommend the right treatment.

If you are experiencing persistent shoulder or joint discomfort, it’s important not to ignore it.

Learn more about shoulder conditions and treatment options on

👉Follow us on FB and IG.
👉Dr Bryan Tan’s YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MrfYt7b8nA...

04/03/2026

Shoulder keeps feeling unstable?
Or worried after a previous dislocation?

Shoulder instability is more than just a “loose joint.”
Labral tears, bone defects and repeated episodes can gradually worsen the condition if left untreated.
Understanding your condition is the first step to treating it properly.

🎥 Watch the full educational series now on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MrfYt7b8nA&list=PLHuwRTGKBQLz9n-YOYvBXZy5GLBFhAmLX

24/02/2026

The injury that happens during heavy lifts.

You’re mid-rep.
Bar coming down.
Suddenly a sharp pain. A pop.

That could be a pectoralis tendon rupture.

This injury is increasingly common in:
✔️ Weightlifters
✔️ CrossFit athletes
✔️ Men in their 20s–40s pushing heavy loads

The pec tendon can tear when the muscle contracts forcefully while being stretched especially during heavy bench press.

Don’t ignore sudden chest pain, bruising, or weakness after a lift.

👨🏻‍⚕️ Follow Dr Bryan Tan for more sports injury insights.
🎥 Stay tuned in the next video, we’ll talk more about diagnosis and treatment options.

May your home be filled with laughter, warmth, and reunion this Lunar New Year 🏮Happy Year of the Horse!
16/02/2026

May your home be filled with laughter, warmth, and reunion this Lunar New Year 🏮
Happy Year of the Horse!

11/02/2026

Do you have joint swelling and not sure why? 🤔 Check out this short video by Dr. Bryan Tan explaining effusion, an abnormal fluid accumulation within the knee joint. 💧

Book a consultation with Dr. Bryan
☎️ +65 8044 5516
📩 email@drbryantan.com
🌐 Visit: [Dr. Bryan Tan’s Website](https://www.drbryantan.com/contact-dr-tan/)

11/02/2026

Did jiujitsu this morning.
DLR. Reverse DLR. All good.

Later I stood up… and my knee felt weird.

No sharp pain. Just tight.

Then I saw this fluid bulge moving side to side 😅

That’s joint effusion — fluid inside the knee.

Athletes, this is more common than you think.

Watch the video and then check out my earlier post where I break down knee effusion and what it really means.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUr39EkLLWw

AI made me do it 😄Jumping on the caricature trend fun way to see my job from a different angle.Powered by AI 🤖Want to tr...
09/02/2026

AI made me do it 😄
Jumping on the caricature trend fun way to see my job from a different angle.

Powered by AI 🤖
Want to try this yourself?

👉 Copy this prompt into ChatGPT:

“Please help to create a caricature of me and my job based on everything you know about me”

02/02/2026

Latarjet Procedure | Part 2

In this video, Dr Bryan Tan takes you deeper inside the Latarjet procedure, showing how this surgical treatment is performed to address shoulder instability.

If you’re experiencing:
✅Frequent shoulder dislocations
✅A shoulder that feels unstable or “loose”
✅Ongoing instability despite previous treatment

Watch this video help you understand better about the procedure.

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OrthoSports@Connexion/1 Farrer Park Station Road, #15/17
Singapore
217562

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

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