What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about my back pain?

What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about my back pain?

See your provider and get treatment soon so that you don’t have to suffer from back pain. Some of the questions you may want to ask them include:

• What’s causing my back pain?
• Is there a name for my type of back pain?
• Will my pain go away on its own?
• What’s my best treatment option?
• What can I do at home to help treat my pain?
• Do I need to see a specialist?
• Can I work/go about my usual activities?
• How can I prevent the back pain from coming back?