Neurosurgery

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• Which department should I see for an acute back strain that makes it hard to move?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to consider for an acute back strain that limits movement, as it specializes in musculoskeletal injuries including the spine. If nerve-related symptoms such as leg numbness or weakness are also present, Neurosurgery(신경외과) may become involved, and in some cases both departments work in parallel depending on the clinic or hospital.
• Which department should I see for back pain with leg numbness?
  Neurosurgery(신경외과) is generally the first department to consider when back pain is accompanied by leg numbness, as this combination often suggests nerve involvement. Depending on the cause and severity, you may also be seen by Orthopedics(정형외과) or Neurology(신경과), and your doctor may refer you between these departments after an initial assessment.
• Which department should I see for neck pain with arm numbness?
  Neurosurgery(신경외과) is generally the first department that evaluates neck pain accompanied by arm numbness, as this combination often suggests nerve or spinal involvement. Depending on the cause, you may also be referred to Neurology(신경과) or Orthopedics(정형외과). Starting at a local clinic(의원) is common, though some cases are referred directly to a hospital(병원) for imaging.

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