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.
David Salanki, DC
Dr. David Salanki is chief instructor and senior clinical lecturer of the contemporary medical acupuncture program at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; vice president of the Canadian Contemporary Acupuncture Association; and president and CEO of Sigma Instrument Methods."