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.
Operation Desert Correction
During the Gulf War and its aftermath, over half of the members of the New York Chiropractic Council (NYCC) have volunteered to give free chiropractic care to immediate family members of service personnel stationed in the Persian Gulf.
Council members call their program Operation Desert Correction. The program has received praise and the NYCC chiropractors have been glad to show their support of the troops and their families.