Use the following checklist as a guide for considering a referral to a Pain Management Practitioner.
YES NO  
Do you believe you need narcotic pain medications for your pain problem?
Do you believe you need more medical/diagnostic tests?
Would you rate your total improvement from health care treatment at less than 20%?
Are you depressed?
Are you anxious, tense, nervous?
Are you frustrated and angry?
Do you have trouble with sleep?
Are you fearful of re-injuring yourself?
Are you over 40% less active than prior to developing your pain problem?
These risk factors should alert you that you may benefit from a referral to a pain management professional in your area.
 
 
       
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