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Answers to patient questions

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  Who do i see if I hurt my back
  • If you hurt your back, the right person to see depends on the severity and type of pain you’re experiencing. Here’s a quick breakdown:
    
    1. Primary Care Physician (PCP)
    • Good for: Mild to moderate back pain, first-time issues, or if you’re not sure what’s wrong.
    • They can: Diagnose, prescribe meds, recommend rest or physical therapy, and refer you to a specialist if needed.
    
    2. Chiropractor
    • Good for: Muscular pain, misalignment, or stiffness (especially if you’ve had success with chiropractic care before).
    • Note: Make sure it’s not a serious injury like a fracture before going.
    
    3. Physical Ther...apist
    • Good for: Rehab from strain, sprain, or long-term back issues.
    • Usually requires: A referral from your doctor, depending on your insurance.
    
    4. Orthopedic Doctor
    • Good for: Suspected issues with bones, discs, or spine (e.g., herniated disc, sciatica, fractures).
    
    5. Neurologist or Pain Specialist
    • Good for: Nerve-related back pain (e.g., numbness, tingling, shooting pain down the leg).
    
    6. Emergency Room / Urgent Care
    • Go here if:
    • You have sudden severe pain after trauma.
    • You lose control of your bladder/bowels.
    • You feel weakness or numbness in your legs.
    • You can’t move easily or at all.
    
    If you’re unsure, starting with your primary care doctor is a safe move — they can help guide you. Want help figuring out which type of pain you’re dealing with? Read more

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  I injured a muscle or ligament in my hand while climbing. What kind of specialist should I see?
  • For hand injuries from climbing, consider consulting an orthopedic specialist or a hand surgeon for a thorough evaluation and appropriate treatment recommendations.

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  Good evening. 3 weeks ago I had epidural steroid injections to my spine ( neck herniaC5-c6 ). I started my Physiotherapy week ago. Few days ago I received documents from hospital that I had two injection to my spine one on the 21st March (C5-C6) second one on 29 th March (C6-C7)I knew straight away that something was wrong . I couldn’t walk I felt so much pain . Second injection has been done incorrectly ( wrong place ). I can’t get in touch with my orthopedist (holidays) I completely don’t know what to do with it. It hurts all the time. Should I continue with my physiotherapy or stop it till I will have my appointment with my Physiotherapist(2 nd May 2024) ? Please help
  • I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Since you're experiencing increased pain and discomfort after the second injection, it's best to pause your physiotherapy and seek medical advice as soon as possible. Try reaching out to another healthcare provider, such as your general practitioner or a different orthopedist, for guidance on how to proceed and to address the issue with the incorrect injection. Your health and well-being are the top priority.

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