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.
Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS
Dr. Kristina (Kris) Petrocco-Napuli received her DC degree from New York Chiropractic College, and a master's degree in instructional design development and evaluation from Syracuse University. Dr. Petrocco-Napuli has a strong interest in women's health, chronic pain, and integrative care, and clinical and educational research, and is frequently sought out as a national speaker.