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.
John Maltby, DC
Dr. John Maltby, former president of the World Federation of Chiropractic, is the current WFC interim secretary general (2026). He has also served as president of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and the ICA of California. Dr. Maltby graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1977 and has been in private practice in Blythe, Calif., since 1978.