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.
Trevor Robertson, DC
Dr. Trevor Robertson is the president and CEO of the Personal Injury Provider Network, a multidisciplinary preferred provider network that offers contracting insurance carriers and their patient's direct access to a national network of preferred personal injury providers.