What department should I visit for a lumbar disc herniation?
Disease description:
I used to sit in the office for long periods, and my lumbar spine hurt badly, with severe lumbar disc herniation. I would like to ask, which department should I visit for lumbar disc herniation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
Patients with lumbar disc herniation can choose to visit the orthopedic department, spine surgery department, pain management department, or emergency department, depending on their individual conditions and the availability of hospital departments.
1. Orthopedic Department: As a common department for patients with lumbar disc herniation, orthopedic doctors have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating lumbar disc herniation.
2. Spine Surgery Department: As a subspecialty of orthopedics, this department specializes in spinal disorders, including lumbar disc herniation.
3. Pain Management Department: Patients with lumbar disc herniation often experience pain symptoms, and the pain management department can provide professional pain assessment and treatment.
4. Emergency Department: If the condition is severe, especially if severe pain occurs after heavy physical labor, patients should seek care at the emergency department as soon as possible.
