Back pain: which doctor to see in Dehradun
Most people with back pain are seen first by a orthopaedic surgeon. Here are doctors near you.
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Get emergency help now if you notice any of these: numbness around the groin; loss of bladder or bowel control; weakness in the legs; after a fall.
Call 112Doctors who treat back pain
Questions people ask
When should I see a doctor for back pain?
If back pain lasts more than a few weeks, spreads down a leg, comes with numbness or tingling, or follows an injury.
Which doctor should I see for back pain?
Start with an orthopaedic surgeon. If needed, they may refer you to a neurologist.
What should I tell the doctor?
Tell them how and when the pain started, whether it spreads to the legs, what makes it better or worse, and your work posture.
Can back pain be an emergency?
It can be. Call 112 or 108, or go to the nearest emergency room, straight away for any of these: numbness around the groin; loss of bladder or bowel control; weakness in the legs; after a fall.
Written by the SwasthiQ team; a doctor’s review is pending. General information, not medical advice. Your doctor will advise you on your own situation.