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.
Kelli Fangmeier, BS
Kelli Fangmeier is a science teacher at Bennington Public Schools in Nebraska. She earned her undergraduate degree from Chadron State College: a bachelor's of science degree with an emphasis in chemistry and a minor in human biology. She was a senior research student at Chadron State College and completed this research as part of her senior capstone course.