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Tony Mork MD – Back Pain Assessment for Annular Tear
Dr. Tony Mork, MD · Endoscopic Spine Surgeon · Irvine, CA · Naples, FL
Tony Mork MD – Back Pain Assessment for Annular Tear
Step 1 of 4 — Your Symptoms
Which of these describe your back pain?
Select all that apply. Even 2 matches can be clinically significant.
I've seen 3 or more doctors and no one can explain my pain
My back "goes out" and takes days to recover
I have pain, burning, or numbness in my genitals
My MRI is negative but I still have leg pain
I have groin pain but my hips are normal
My pain is deep and right in the middle of my back
My low back pain goes down to my tailbone
Physical therapy makes my pain worse
Sitting in a car gives me the worst pain
I have a herniated disc but pain is on the opposite side
I hurt my back doing a deadlift and it never healed
When I sit, I get burning pain down my legs
Tony Mork MD – Back Pain Assessment for Annular Tear
Step 2 of 4 — Pain History
How long have you had symptoms?
Tony Mork MD – Back Pain Assessment for Annular Tear
Step 3 of 4 — Current Treatment
What treatments are you currently using?
Select all that apply.
Tony Mork MD – Back Pain Assessment for Annular Tear
Step 4 of 4 — Imaging & Additional Info
Have you had an MRI for this back pain?
Anything else you want Dr. Mork to know?
Medical Disclaimer: This assessment is an educational tool based on Dr. Mork’s clinical experience and is not a substitute for a formal medical evaluation. Results are informational only. Please consult a qualified physician for diagnosis and treatment.