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.
Jeffrey Bentz, DC
Dr. Jeffrey Bentz, the treating chiropractor in this case study, is a 2007 graduate of Palmer Chiropractic Florida and practices in Pittsburgh, Pa. His practice is integrated into a multi-doctor corporation, in which he works directly with family physicians, orthopedists and neurosurgeons. He has successfully treated thousands of patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions where multi-doctoral co-management is the standard of patient care.