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.
Dr. Daniel Dahan
Dr. Daniel H. Dahan is recognized as the nation’s leading expert authority on medical integration. He is the senior consultant for Consultants Of America, which manages over 1,250 offices in 45 states. He is also the author of The Ultimate You: 356 Ways You Can Improve Your Life; and has 52,000 daily listeners on his free “Daily Wisdom” podcasts. Learn more at www.dahan.com or send an email to drdahan@consultantsamerica.com.