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.
Brent Ungar, DC, CCSP
Dr. Brent Ungar has been practicing in Canton, Ohio for 28 years. He does consulting for multidisciplinary practices, chiropractic and physical therapy clinics; has spoken nationally and internationally on various laser topics including the evolution of laser technology, biological mechanisms of laser, clinical applications, establishing protocols and developing lasers in a clinical setting; and currently teaches protocols and laser technique at most chiropractic colleges/universities in the United States, Europe and Australia. Contact him at brent.ungar@gmail.com with questions / comments.