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.
Peter Levy, DC
Dr. Peter Levy is a chiropractor in Santa Barbara, Calif. He also teaches seminars on neuromuscular re-education in the continuing-education department at Southern California University of Health Sciences. To learn more about Dr. Levy, visit www.nmrseminars.com."