MM,
A pain management specialist is more likely to take your pain seriously. However, just as with any other specialty, some are better than others. I liked my first pm but changed because he charged $50 for a jury summons report and other things that bothered me. My new pm is so much more thorough I'm amazed at the difference. However, both are/were concerned with my pain and its source.
Even my GP, when I asked him to take over my pain management (I'm quite stable) which he agreed to do, recommeneded another pm for just in case purposes. He felt someone should be familiar with my specific circumstances.
Also, a good pm can recommend someone (s)he feels will give your back the attention it deserves.
Good luck, Dale
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3 level Prodisc adr S1-L3, Oct 12, 2005
Dr. B in Bogen, Germany
Severe nerve damage in left leg, still working on it
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