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.
Steve Kraus, DC, DIBCN, CCSP, FASA
Dr. Steven J. Kraus is an accomplished practitioner, author and business owner. A 1988 Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate, he has owned 18 chiropractic practices, and is the president and founder of Biokinemetrics, a chiropractic-centric technology company focusing on digital X-ray solutions. Dr. Kraus is a past chairman of the Iowa Board of Chiropractic Examiners, past president of the Iowa Chiropractic Society, and has served as ACA Delegate for Iowa. He continues to serve on numerous national committees related to government relations, clinical quality assessment, and health information technology related to chiropractors.