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.
Richard Cohen, DC, FACO, CCSP
Dr. Richard Cohen is a 1985 graduate of Western States Chiropractic College. He is also a diplomate in chiropractic orthopedics, a certified chiropractic sports physician, and board eligible in chiropractic rehabilitation. In addition, Dr. Cohen is credentialed as a McKenzie practitioner and certified Kinesio tape specialist, and is the only DC in the world certified as a Vojta therapist by the International Vojta Society.