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.
Sara Le Brun-Blashka
Sara Le Brun-Blashka is the director of education at Standard Process and launched WholisticMatters.com in 2017. Sara is a nutritionist with a master's degree in nutrition education and a bachelor's degree in dietetics and food science, with strong industry experience working for multiple nutrition organizations over the past 20 years.