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.
Perry Chinn, DC
Dr. Perry Chinn is a 1986 Life graduate (Marietta) and has been practicing in the Seattle area for 25 years. He is Sec./Treas. and diplomate of the Gonstead Clinical Studies Society. He is the co-creator of the nutritional cardiovascular formula Acctrix, co-founder of Unisal Wellness Technologies, distributor and contributing author for www.KyaniScience.com. His web site is www.PerryChinn.com and he can be reached at drpchinn@gmail.com."