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.
A Gift with a Challenge: NICR Fund Raising Approaches Goal
In the November 6, 1992 issue of "DC," we reported that Dr. William Harris, president and founder of the Foundation for the Advancement of Chiropractic Education (FACE), had donated $100,000 to the National Institute of Chiropractic Research (NICR) for research under way at Arizona State University.
Dr. Harris pledged that if the NICR could raise $100,000 by January 15, 1993, that FACE would give an additional $100,000 to the NICR.
As of December 10, 1992, the NICR has raised $75,000, as depicted on the barometer graph below.
Contributions may be sent to:
National Institute of Chiropractic Research
115 South Royal St., Suite A-52
Alexandria, VA 22314