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.
Mitch Green, DC, DACRB
Dr. Mitchell B. Green received his DC from New York Chiropractic College and has maintained a practice in NYC for the past 30 years. He is certified by the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board as a Diplomate and Lead Instructor, and acts as Liaison for NYCC's Post Graduate Dept and the ACA Rehab Council's program for board certification in chiropractic rehabilitation. Dr. Green is the Director of the Dance Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic for the Manhattan Youth Ballet. Dr. Green can be reached at (212) 269-0300.