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.
Practice Matters
Mark Sanna, DC, ACRB Level II, FICC
Dr. Mark Sanna, a 1987 graduate of New York Chiropractic College, has been active in the profession for decades, currently serving as a board member of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, a member of the Chiropractic Summit and a member of the Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan Leadership Committee. He is the CEO of Breakthrough Coaching, a practice management company for chiropractic and multidisciplinary practices.