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.
Tony Corley
Tony Corley is the founder and CEO of Healthcare MarketMaker, a company that brings health care buyers and sellers together in one virtual marketplace. He has degrees from Auburn University (accounting) and Vanderbilt University (MBA).