As you often hear from the media, many back operations are unnecessary and therefore avoidable. Especially in the back area or joint pain, conservative therapies such as special pain therapy, physiotherapy or relaxation procedures are an adequate alternative to surgery for many complaints. This also applies to patients who have already undergone spinal surgery.

For this reason, the Techniker Krankenkasse has concluded a contract with selected pain centers. This way you can get a well-founded second opinion on your planned spine or joint surgery. At the same time, you can be offered specialized pain therapy for integrated, interdisciplinary treatment of your pain.

Pain therapists, physiotherapists and psychotherapists work hand in hand in each center. The team deals intensively with the patient and his complaints. The experts then consult with each other and, if necessary, make a suggestion for an alternative therapy. The result is discussed with both the patient and the treating doctor.

There can be another way to make things better soon

The special advantage for those with TK insurance: In urgent cases, you can get an appointment with the medical team within two days. Otherwise there are often waiting times of several weeks to months.

Participation requirements

If you are to have an operation on your spine, your doctor will issue you with a prescription for hospital treatment. To take part in this offer, simply present the certificate to our pain center. Alternatively, your doctor can refer you directly to us to clarify whether the planned inpatient procedure is necessary or whether special pain therapy should be used. You can bring any medical documents you may have, such as medical reports or x-rays, with you there.

Registration

You can register by calling 0431-20099-400 or by email: zweitmeinung@wohlklinik.de

Your benefits at a glance:

  • Unnecessary and stressful operations can be avoided.
  • You will be shown the risks of the planned treatment as well as treatment alternatives - this will eliminate any doubts.
  • The examination is carried out by selected specialists from various disciplines.
  • If necessary, you can get an appointment within two days.
  • The team of experts coordinates with your treating doctor - so you ultimately don't have to make the decision alone.

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