Start with what you are feeling.
Eight short guides to support a better conversation. They explain questions to raise and when to seek medical attention.

Low back pain
A sore lower back can interrupt ordinary routines. A useful first step is to describe what has changed and have the symptoms assessed.
Neck pain
Turning your head, reading and driving can become uncomfortable when your neck hurts. Discuss the pattern before choosing an approach to care.
Headaches
Headaches have different patterns and causes. Understanding when they occur helps you and your clinician decide what needs attention.
Auto injuries & whiplash
After a collision, symptoms and questions may emerge at different times. Describe the event and any medical assessment you have already received.
Sports injuries
A change in training, an awkward landing or repeated strain can disrupt activity. Describe the demands of your sport as well as the pain.
Work injuries
Work can involve lifting, repetitive tasks or long periods in one position. Explain the actual job demands when discussing an injury.
Sciatica
Discomfort spreading down a leg raises its own questions. A clinical assessment helps distinguish a nerve-related pattern from other sources of discomfort.
Herniated disc
A disc finding is one part of a clinical picture. Discuss symptoms, examination results and existing reports together before deciding what comes next.A little more clarity.
Which symptoms do these guides cover?
The eight guides discuss low back pain, neck pain, headaches, auto injuries and whiplash, sports injuries, work injuries, sciatica and herniated discs.
Do the guides tell me which condition I have?
They offer background and questions for an appointment. A guide cannot determine a diagnosis or select treatment for an individual.
How can I prepare a question about my symptoms?
Describe when the problem began, where you notice it and which activities have changed. Bring previous reports or instructions if available.
Make time for your questions.
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