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.
Brett Sellers, CPA
Brett K. Sellers, CPA is a Tax Strategist to chiropractors and a partner with the firm of Stewart, Archibald and Barney, LLP. He can be contacted at (702) 579-7000 and bsellers@sabcpa.com.