i am coming up for my review for DLA next year. i have got a deteriating facet joint and i am going to undergo an operation where i get my nerves in my back burnt away which will give me some relief for between 6 to 18months after that the nerves grow back again. the problem i have will be with me for the rest of my life and i am on a number of pills a day and i am in a lot of pain. i am worried that because i am having these injections and will get slight relief for a couple of months that i will be taken off DLA. it is the 1st time i have got DLA so i dont exactly no how the process works the second time round. anybodys thoughts on this subject will be greatly appreciated
2006-12-03 05:49:27 · 11 answers · asked by kitteekatt 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
i am also on DLA and i have spondylosis.
i had to reapply 3 years ago and was told that as long as your condition has not been cured or has improved dramatically and is unlikely to return then there is no reason why you should be refused DLA. to my amazement i was awarded lifetime disabilty .
as you have stated the condition is not going to clear up you will just have temporary relief.you will presumably still need medication to live your everyday life and will still have problems getting around
my advice is to be very careful what you say on the application form and when you have your medical.
2006-12-03 06:08:42 · answer #1 · answered by suejones987 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you apply for DLA you have to state what your condition is like on your worst days. You will probably be awarded DLA again without any problems, just remember to fill in the form as fully as possible - as if you are filling it in for the first time. If you have to see an independant doctor (highly likely) you can explain in that interview about your pain management. Good luck!
2006-12-03 06:10:20 · answer #2 · answered by Lost and found 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Kitteecat I have found the link below to be a fantastic forum and help group that can help with DLA claims. You will get the necessary help you may need to set your mind at ease from someone who deals with DLA every day.
I would also recommend a Disability Handbook for future use when you approach your review.
Don't worry everything will be OK LOL have a nice Christmas take care.
If the help group ask how you came to find them you can mention I am a member of chill4us.com forum for carers.
2006-12-03 06:30:08 · answer #3 · answered by jean811823 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
kiteekat Let me try to ease your worries. If you have this surgery will it improve your mobility? or just give you pain relief? if you are unsure as to what you may or may not be entitled to and or require help and information when re-applying then i suggest you make an appointment to see The Welfare Rights Officer at your local council offices ( you dont have to be a council tenant) these officers will actually voulenteer information on what you can and cannot claim. they can also expedite your claim for you. when assesing your DLA they will have to summise the ammount of relief you get (everyone is different) I would seriously consider speaking to this organisation as they can offer you facts and not hearsay, hearsay can often get you into trouble. this organisation is run independantly from the benifit offices (they are on your side). It can be difficult to obtain an appointment so i suggest ringing around several housing areas and take the one earliest you can obtain. Good luck
2006-12-03 06:07:25 · answer #4 · answered by Cff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this will be the all work test..can you? cant you...
the DLA wont be your GP, he'll be a quack employed specifically so catch you out if youre blagging it... im not saying you are, but they seem to think everyone is... (like i can blag being an amputee)
you MUST tell the person whats wrong, they will deliberateley NOT ask. its always can you do this, can you do that, and tehy treat you like a piece of meat...in a vegiie burger.
dont be surprised to find the person cannot speak English, and you cannot object. BUT you can insist on taking a representative, try the citizens advice, or someone from your GP surgery who knows your situation..
2006-12-03 05:58:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your review will just be another booklet for you to complete. They will also write t doctors etc. I have to go through this every 2 years with my 5 year old son. Remember they only want to know what you are like on your really bad days. Not everyday.
Good Luck
2006-12-03 06:06:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could ring social services, and ask for a social worker, to help with the administrative aspects. But ring the DLA first and ask them.
2006-12-03 06:04:45 · answer #7 · answered by Hi T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Should just be filling in the forms again, it's a good idea to photocopy what you send them so you can refer to it next time. Welfare benefit officer will help- also remember to fill in the forms as if it is your worst day.
2006-12-03 06:50:45 · answer #8 · answered by lindsey2154 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will be OK as you have a genuine illness thy will want you to see a independent doctor to go through your health problems
2006-12-03 05:59:32 · answer #9 · answered by Bella 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your specialist or gp will provide note conf if available or not 4work ... chat with gp as nerves don't normally grow back once damaged are u fully upto speed with this op **any chiropractors out their?
2006-12-03 06:01:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋