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.
Tracy Barnes, DC, DICCP, CKTI
Dr. Tracy Barnes is in private practice in Louisville, Ky. She graduated from Palmer Chiropractic College - West in 1992, has taught anatomy and physiology since 1999, and also teaches internationally on a variety of pediatric topics. She became a Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor (CKTI) in 2004 and has taught the taping method all over the world.