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.
Jenny Hledik, PhD
Dr. Jenny Hledik holds a doctorate in biomechanical engineering from Stanford University, and has over 20 years of experience in musculoskeletal biomechanics research and clinical trial design. Her work has focused on developing a multidisciplinary understanding of knee osteoarthritis and injuries, as well as developing non-invasive interventions for managing knee-related conditions. She is chief operating officer at SomaTX Design Inc. Contact: jhledik@somatxdesign.com or via https://thekneemo.com.