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.
Angie Patrick
Angie Patrick has been an active participant in the massage industry for more than a decade. Currently, she is director of massage business development and corporate sales for Massage Warehouse, Scrip Companies. Angie is also a regular columnist for one of MPA Media's other trade publications, Massage Today, where her articles inspire therapists to achieve higher planes of success through marketing and making professional decisions for their practices.