Back pain in Khulna: orthopedic, neurologist or physical medicine specialist?

Back pain is very common, and most of it settles within a few weeks with rest, exercise and good posture. Seeing the right specialist for the cause gets you relief faster.

Which specialist for which problem

• Pain after lifting something heavy or a fall, bone thinning → orthopedic specialist
• Long-standing pain that needs exercise and therapy → physical medicine specialist and physiotherapist
• Pain running down the leg with tingling or numbness (sciatica) → neurologist
• Disc prolapse not improving with medicine and therapy, surgery being considered → neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon
• Back stiff in the morning at a young age → rheumatologist

Emergency signs

• Sudden weakness in one or both legs
• Unable to pass urine or stool, or losing control of them
• Numbness around the genitals and back passage
• Back pain with fever, weight loss or a history of cancer

What you can do at home

• Don't stay in bed all day — gentle walking helps
• Apply warm compresses to the painful area
• Don't bend over to lift heavy things — bend your knees
• If you sit for long, get up and walk every hour
• Don't take painkillers for long without a doctor's advice

Are scans always needed?

Ordinary back pain usually doesn't need an X-ray or MRI at the start. Your doctor may order an MRI if there are emergency signs or no improvement after 4–6 weeks.

See the chambers and fees of Khulna's orthopedic, neurology and physical medicine specialists on our site. Call the Booking Line for a serial and discounted tests.