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Back care service
October 1st 2007 Back pain is a common
cause of long-term sickness
absence for many in the UK.
Persistent back pain can
reduce a person’s quality of
life and, if left untreated, it
can become harder to relieve
the symptoms.
BMI SpineCare provides a
fast and accurate diagnosis
for back pain, neck pain and sciatica. The one-day service
is available at 21 BMI
Healthcare hospitals
nationwide. It involves a
preliminary physiotherapist
assessment to identify the
source of pain. An MRI scan
is usually recommended to
determine any internal
injuries or pre-existing
conditions.
The results of the scan are
then discussed with a spinal
surgeon who will recommend
an appropriate treatment
programme.
Andrew Quaile,
consultant
orthopaedic surgeon,comments “Back pain can
have a devastating effect on
an individual both physically
and psychologically. It is
important to deal with pain
swiftly before it becomes
chronic.
“SpineCare is designed to
allow patients rapid access
to diagnosis, explanation
and treatment. Studies show
that the longer people are
out of work, the more
difficult it is to return. By
treating the pain quickly,
people can get back to work
quicker.” |
