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.
Greg N. Dunn, DC
Dr. Greg N. Dunn graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1976. A past president of the Manitoba Chiropractors' Association and the Canadian Chiropractic Association, he served on the board of the Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association from 1990 until his appointment as chief operating officer of CCPA in September 1999. Dr. Dunn is also a national and international lecturer on the topic of risk and risk management.