Frequently asked questions
The most common questions about treatments, procedure day and recovery. Call us if you can't find your answer.
General
Are the procedures painful?
The area is numbed with local anaesthetic, with light sedation if needed. Most patients feel only pressure during the procedure.
Will I need to stay in hospital?
No. Most procedures are day cases; after a short observation period you go home the same day. We advise not driving yourself home.
When can I return to work?
Desk work is usually possible within 1–3 days. For heavy physical work, your doctor will set a personal timeline.
Is everyone a candidate?
No. Suitability depends on examination and imaging findings. If you are not a candidate, we refer you to the right specialty.
What should I bring?
MRI or CT scans from the past year (disc and report), a list of your medications and previous treatment reports. Tell us if you take blood thinners.
Pain Management
Will I only get medication?
No. Medication is one part of the plan. The goal is the best function with as little medication as possible.
Will surgery be suggested?
When surgery is needed, we refer you to neurosurgery or orthopaedics.
Nucleoplasty
Does the herniation disappear?
The aim is to reduce pressure on the nerve and the pain, not to erase the herniation. It may still show on a follow-up MRI.
Can I still have surgery later?
Yes. Nucleoplasty does not prevent future surgery.
Nerve Blocks
How long does it last?
It varies by patient and block, from days to several months. Diagnostic blocks are short-acting; their purpose is to identify the source.
Is the steroid harmful?
A low dose is given to one area. If you have diabetes you will be asked to monitor your blood sugar for a few days.
Radiofrequency (RF) Treatment
Is ablating the nerve safe?
Thermal RF targets only small sensory branches carrying pain; motor nerves are protected by stimulation testing.
How is pulsed RF different?
Pulsed RF does not permanently damage the nerve and is used on nerve roots and larger nerves. Thermal RF gives longer relief on small sensory branches.
Migraine Treatment
Will my migraine go away completely?
Migraine is a chronic condition; the aim is fewer and milder attacks and less need for painkillers.
Do I need to stop my medication?
No, don't stop on your own. Your medication is reviewed at the assessment and adjusted with your doctor.
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