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.
World Spine Care Offering Volunteer Experience in Botswana
World Spine Care, a nonprofit organization bringing evidence-based, inter-professional, sustainable spine care to underserved regions around the world, is looking for a volunteer to assume the role or primary spine practitioner at its Botswana clinics between July 2014 and July 2015. If you are interested in this opportunity to provide care for those in need, please contact Dr. Geoff Outerbridge at geoff.outerbridge@worldspinecare.org for more information.
Source: World Spine Care