Use the following checklist as a guide for considering a referral to a Pain Management Practitioner. |
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Do you believe you need narcotic pain medications for your pain problem? |
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Do you believe you need more medical/diagnostic tests? |
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Would you rate your total improvement from health care treatment at less than 20%? |
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Are you depressed? |
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Are you anxious, tense, nervous? |
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Are you frustrated and angry? |
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Do you have trouble with sleep? |
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Are you fearful of re-injuring yourself? |
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Are you over 40% less active than prior to developing your pain problem? |
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These risk factors should alert you that you may benefit from a referral to a pain management professional in your area. |