DrugBuyers.Com: Neck & Back Pain - What Doctor to see?

Well first off, did you get the MRI done, and if so what were the results? I had an MVA back in June that left me with 5 compression fractures of my thoracic vertebrae. I saw my usual family doctor first, who immediately sent my for MRI and x-rays. That diagnosed the fractures, but he said he would help me get a second or third opinion since he obviously was not a specialist in back pain.

So, off to the ortho I went. After looking at the MRI's and x-rays he told me I just sprained the thoracic area!!! It was plain obvious there were fractures, as I got a copy of my films on a CD rom to look at myself at home on the computer. So, he sent me on my way with nothing but a script for physical therapy. No compassion whatsoever.

Next, I went and saw a neurosurgeon who was smart enough to see the fractures but said he didnt like operating on the thoracic area especially with my age. (27).

Basically, if you have ANY numbness/tingling in your arms, legs, hands, etc, a neurosurgeon is the way to go, as you may have nerve compression in your spinal cord.

Everyones situation is different, and all doctors are different. Luckily, my fractures have healed for the most part, but I will always have problems, also I have DDD and scoliosis. In the end, my family doctor was the one who diagnosed me correctly and treated me with approprate medication.

I wish you the best of luck, back pain is the worst. Keep us posted.