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.
Jason Newfield, Esq
Jason Newfield, Esq. is an advocate, litigator, negotiator and practicing attorney in Garden City, New York. Jason has spent the past 13 years handling disability insurance claims on behalf of healthcare providers. He is a founding partner of Frankel & Newfield, P.C., founded in 2004, and dedicated to protecting insured's pursuing their disability insurance claims. He graduated from Hofstra Law School and can be reached at jan@frankelnewfield.com.