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.
Dean Fishman, DC, CFE, AHFI
Dr. Dean Fishman graduated from Life University in 1997 after completing undergraduate work (bachelor's degree is exercise sports science) in 1993. He is the founder of the Text Neck Institute and practices in Plantation, Fla., focusing on treatment and prevention of forward-head posture related to the use of hand-held mobile devices.