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.
Mark Studin, DC, FPSC, FASBE(C), DAAPM
Dr. Mark Studin serves as an adjunct assistant clinical professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He is also an adjunct associate professor of chiropractic at the University of Bridgeport, College of Chiropractic, and an adjunct postgraduate faculty member at Cleveland University –Kansas City, College of Chiropractic. Dr. Studin consults nationally with doctors of chiropractic, medical primary care providers and medical specialists. His professional focus is on advancing the appropriate utilization and integration of chiropractic care within global healthcare systems.