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.
Bill Reddy, LAc, Dipl. Ac.
Bill Reddy serves on the Board of Directors of the Integrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC), and has supported the AOM profession on a state and national level. He practices in Alexandria, Va.