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Evaluation of Persistent Pain
- Re-assess with a spine specialist or pain management expert to identify ongoing pain causes post-surgery.
Diagnostic Tests
- Consider imaging studies (MRI, CT scan) or nerve studies to detect issues like scar tissue or nerve damage.
Pain Management Options
- Explore non-surgical treatments: physical therapy, NSAIDs, neuropathic pain agents, and interventional procedures like epidural steroid injections.
Multidisciplinary Approach
- Engage a multidisciplinary pain clinic with physiotherapists, pain specialists, and psychologists for comprehensive care.
Surgical Considerations
- Further surgery is a last resort, considered only if clear structural problems are identified.
Lifestyle and Support
- Implement lifestyle modifications, exercise, and seek psychological support to enhance quality of life.
Referral to Specialists
- Consult a neurosurgeon or orthopedic spine surgeon experienced in complex cases, and a pain specialist for tailored management.
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