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.
Guy Annunziata, DC
Dr. Guy Annunziata, a 1992 graduate of Life College of Chiropractic, maintains a full-time practice on Hilton Head Island, S.C. He is a postgraduate faculty member of New York Chiropractic College and has been teaching postgraduate seminars nationwide since 1995. For questions or comments regarding this article, contact Dr. Annunziata at www.postpaymentaudits.com.