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.
Charles Annunziata, DC, CFMP
Dr. Charles Annunziata graduated from Life University in 1998 and has been in full-time practice ever since. Dr. Annunziata is certified in functional medicine and is a nationally recognized lecturer on chiropractic though both in-person and on-demand seminars available at procreditsce.com. For any questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Annunziata at drcharlie@procredits.com.