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Who invented the discogram?
Joel Saal and Jeff Saal are the inventors of the discogram. It is a technology used to evaluate back pain in patients.
How much does a discogram cost?
I just checked with my local pain management clinic and was told it will be 4,274 for a discogram/discography of the lumbar spine and 1,728 if you need the associated lumbar facet block
What is a discogram?
A discogram (discography) is a diagnostic tool for your surgeon used to diagnose or pinpoint the area causing pain in your back. A discogram, or discography is a pre-surgical diagnostic tool, where the injection of local anesthetic and dye is injected into the disc. Discography is used to determine which disk level(s) is painful, and is usually used a precursor to surgery. A minimum of two disks will are injected. If you have x-ray findings of disk problems at many levels you may need more disks injected.
What do you think is most severe pain?
Childbirth is one severe pain, as can be toothache.
What does moderately severe mean?
it is basically ranking your pain. So pain can be mild meaning you have a little pain moderate: meaning its worst than a mild ache or pain but still not severe Severe pain meaning you are in excruciating pain
What does moderately to severe mean?
it is basically ranking your pain. So pain can be mild meaning you have a little pain moderate: meaning its worst than a mild ache or pain but still not severe Severe pain meaning you are in excruciating pain
What is the strongest pain reliver for severe pain?
define severe pain, as different medications are used for different things.
What do you think is the most severe pain?
Childbirth is one severe pain, as can be toothache.
what can cause severe foot pain?
There are many different things that could cause severe foot pain. Gout, bunions, arthritis, or a bruise are just some of the more common pain. If you are experiencing severe foot pain, you should get it checked by a doctor.
What could severe pain following a mastectomy be a sign of?
Severe pain may be a sign of complications, and should be reported to the physician.
Is discogram a surgical procedure?
A discogram is a diagnostic procedure, not a surgical one. It involves injecting a contrast dye into the intervertebral disc to assess for pain and identify any disc-related issues. The procedure is typically performed under fluoroscopy to guide the needle placement and is used to help diagnose conditions like disc herniation or degeneration. While it can involve some discomfort, it is minimally invasive and usually performed on an outpatient basis.
What are the symptoms of a hemangioma?
Some symptoms of hemangioma include both nausea and pain. In severe cases, there may be bleeding and severe pain.
