Question

when does lumbar nerve root pain require surgical consultation? weakness in one muscle pain provoked by movement pain persisting after 6 weeks mild sensory loss view hint for question 2

Explanation:

Lumbar nerve root pain that persists beyond 6 weeks is a key indicator that surgical consultation may be needed, as this suggests non-surgical interventions have not resolved the underlying issue. The other listed symptoms (isolated single muscle weakness, movement-provoked pain, mild sensory loss) are often manageable with conservative care initially and do not typically trigger an immediate need for surgical consultation.

Answer:

Pain persisting after 6 weeks