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.
James Fedich, DC
Dr. James R. Fedich runs a large multispecialty clinic in northwest N.J. He is also the best-selling author of Secrets of a Million Dollar Practice, available on Amazon. For more information, visit www.milliondollarclinic.com."