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.
Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition to Administer Diplomate Exam
The Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition will administer its DCBCN exam Aug. 5-14, 2011. The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners assisted in producing the exam, which will be administered at ACT test sites.
Diplomate candidate qualifications, required documentation and fee information is available at www.cbcn.us under Purpose and Bylaws, Candidates Handbook, Application for Diplomate Examination and Application for Grandfathered Diplomates, respectively. Candidates will receive specific information on test time and locations once their application has been received and approved.
The deadline to submit an application for testing is June 1, 2011. Direct further questions to the CBCN secretary at 972-292-3277 or 940-566-0000.
Source: Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition