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.
Edward Martin, DC
Dr. Edward Martin is a chiropractor, motivational speaker, public speaking and marketing coach, and the author of the forthcoming book How to Attract More Chiropractic Patients by Using Public Speaking. Dr. Martin offers public speaking and marketing seminars, as well as individual coaching sessions. He also offers coaching sessions on the phone for chiropractors around the country. For more information, contact him at 818-314-2054 or edwardm77@gmail.com.