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.
Timothy Clare, DC, FPSC(C)
Dr. Timothy Clare is the founder and CEO of ProHealth & Wellness Chiropractic, Inc., in Charlotte, N.C., with over 30 years of practice. He graduated from Life College and holds a CCSP credential from New York Chiropractic College. Dr. Clare has completed mini fellowships in neuroradiology MRI and MRI, X-ray and CAT scan imaging of the extremities, and MRI spine credentialing. He is active in professional associations and authored The Power of Decompression, focusing on nonsurgical treatments for spinal disc conditions.