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.
Adam Silk, DC
Dr. Adam Silk graduated from Life University in 1996 and practices in New York, N.Y. He has lectured on fitness for New York University and the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and is the director of sports science for the American Fitness Institute. He is also the team chiropractor for the Rhino Fight Team, a mixed martial arts team based in New Jersey.