Has anyone tried any private pain clinics?

[crowcliff896]

I am stuck on a long waiting list and my GP says it could take months before I see a specialist. I am suffering from long term back pain and am considering private treatment as I really would like help. I have seen a few private pain clinics offering online appointments such as london pain clinic, physiotherapy clinics and the online pain clinic that I have seen good reviews for (leva). I was thinking of trying leva clinic as it has a free first appointment. Has anyone tried any? Any recommendations?

[Jjflash]

Hiya crowcliff,the waiting to be referred is annoying.Ive had mine about 13 years,its constant as well.Obviously,if you can afford to go private,that's 1 thing.but most cant.You could push your gp for a course of physio which will keep your back supple and the physios will be able to advise you more also.Personally,I choose to not take a xariety of painkillers as they will impact on my regular mess.but try a few yoga type stretches daily to add some strength to your back and to keep moving as much as you can manage.All the best.

[crowcliff896 in reply to Jjflash]

Thank u Jjflash. I am sorry about your pain too.

[Carlettejaque]

Have you tried a local osteopath or sport injury massager? I have muscular bsck pain and have found both to be useful. I had ultra sound shock wave treatments from an osteopath and it was really good. Treatments like these are a lot less expensive than a private clinic. My daughter has spinal back problems and takes the supplement Lions Main mushroom powder. She says its very good for pain relief and helps with sleep.

[FRreedman]

I was advised to see a consultant anaesthetist as they are generally in charge of most pain clinics and the treatment offered. I only had to pay for the first consultation as I told them I was unable to afford private treatment and they then referred me to their NHS clinic, but first made sure they advised me on the drugs I was already taking. I found this a very good and worthwhile cause.