MRI is currently the gold standard for identifying radicular pathology, but unfortunately, it requires preauthorization, which isn’t easy to obtain. Physical tests are what most practitioners depend on – despite the marginal reliability of the tests. The information in this article brings history and observation to the forefront of radicular diagnostics. Each factor listed can significantly increase the clinician’s ability to diagnose radiculopathies.
Roger Russo, DC
Dr. Roger Russo is the president and co-CEOs of Stay Fit Seniors, Inc. (www.stayfitseniors.com), a nationwide program that combines chiropractic care and regular exercise exclusively for seniors 60 and older. To learn more, visit the Stay Fit Seniors Web site and read "A New Face for Chiropractic" – an interview with Drs. Russo and Lauro – in our July 2, 2007 issue online.