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.
Sarah Holvik, BSc Nutrition
Sarah Holvik is a nutritionist and owner of Manna Health Group based in Vancouver, BC. Sarah's wide scope of experience in the nutrition industry combined with her passion for achieving health naturally inspires her to share her knowledge through her writing and public speaking engagements. Sarah's work is published in various medical and consumer publications and her first book on anti-inflammatory lifestyles will be available in fall 2013. Sarah can be contacted at sarah@mannahealthgroup.com.