Please Bring Along:

1. Any referral letters from your GP, consultant or physiotherapist.

2. You may require a MRI scan prior to being seen. We can discuss this with you at the time of making your appointment. We can then help you arrange the most appropriate scan prior to being seen so you get the most out of your consultation.

3. Bring any previous x-ray, tests, documents that may be useful during your consultation – reports, images etc.

4. Bring a list of any medication that you are taking so we can verify the name and dosage. Likewise please bring details of any drug allergies.

5. Bring your health insurance details – Aviva, Glo, Laya, VHI etc.

6. You will undergo a physical examination including examination of your spine and nervous system. Please wear appropriate clothing..

What initial multidisciplinary assessment will be completed?

An initial multidisciplinary clinical assessment identifies those patients whose symptoms are concerning for an underlying cause. Patients undergo a thorough clinical assessment. The severity of their symptoms are assessed using a number of scoring systems including SF12, Roland Morris Disability Index, Oswestry Score and HADS scores.

A small group of patients who have signs suggestive of a sinister underlying cause will require further investigations which will likely include a MRI scan. The patient’s case is discussed by the multidisciplinary team and the patient starts on their individualised care plan.

In the event a scan is required we will assist you in getting the scan as rapidly as possible in a provider that takes your insurance. If you already have had a MRI scan please bring the CD or DVD along for review at your appointment.