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.
Maggie Colucci, DC
Dr. Maggie Colucci is vice president of the FCLB, a director of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, and a member of the Chiropractic Physician's Board of Nevada. A 2009 recipient of the Nevada Chiropractic Association's Chiropractor of the Year award, Dr. Colucci holds sports injuries diplomates from NYCC and LACC. She currently chairs the FCLB PACE and Interjurisdictional Mobility committees for the FCLB.