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Questions to Ask Surgeons and Neuologists

We suggest you consider taking a written summary of your history and also any questions to every consultation.

Questions you can ask:

1. In your opinion what is wrong with me?

2. Do you think there is any nerve damage?

3. Can anything be done about it?

4. What are the options for:

Medications - what types, benefits, side effects
Surgery - what type – how long does it take, how long to recover, what are chances of success,, complications
Injections - what side effects benefits?

5. If I have surgery what is the likely improvement?

6. What are the risks ?

7. What residual problems are likely to occur

i. Functionally ( what can I and can’t I do?)

ii. Pain levels?

8. How will it affect my work capacities medium to long term?

9. What work restrictions will I have?

10.Any further comments or suggestions?

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