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.
Jasper Sidhu, BSc, DC
Dr. Jasper Sidhu, a 1994 graduate of Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, is president of Vibrationexercise.com, an online education and training site in the field of vibration therapy, training, and exercise. He can be reached at drsidhu@vibrationexercise.com.