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.
Paul H. Auslander, CFP®, GFS®
Paul H. Auslander, CFP®, GFS® has nearly 30 years of financial planning experience and is the immediate past Chairman of the Board of the national Financial Planning Association (FPA). He currently serves as president of the FPA Florida. Mr. Auslander is Director of Financial Planning and an investment advisor representative with ProVise Management Group, LLC, in Clearwater, Fla. He is also an investment advisor representative and registered representative with NFP Securities, Inc., Contact him at auslander@provise.com.