While cervical disc pathology can unquestionably produce radiculopathy, many patients presenting with arm pain, paresthesia or perceived weakness do not exhibit the clinical behavior of true nerve-root compromise. In these cases, failure to differentiate the primary pain generator may lead to unnecessary spinal injections, nerve ablation procedures or surgical consultation despite limited likelihood of benefit.
Dr. Keating -- on the America Online Hotseat
On August 18, at 9 p.m. (6 p.m. Pacific time), the topic of the Chiropractic Professional Networking Chat on America Online will be, "Using Unproven Methods vs. Making Unsubstantiated Claims," featuring the often controversial Joseph C. Keating Jr., PhD.
The chat will be co-facilitated by DCs Bob Dubin and David Brady, who can be reached at:
DrDubin@aol.com
DBrady@aol.com
The Chiropractic Professional Networking Chat on AOL is a regular Sunday evenings feature (9 p.m. Eastern) in the Better Health and Medical Network Conference Room.
To get there:
Keyword: Better Health
Click on: "Health & Medical Chat" icon