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.
Will Evans, DC, PhD, MCHES, CWP
Dr. Will Evans is the associate provost of the University of Western States. A graduate of Logan College, he also holds a master's degree in health studies and a doctorate degree in health education and health promotion with a concentration in epidemiology. Before joining Western States, Dr. Evans previously served in a variety of high-level educational roles including director of research at the Center for Health Promotion and Human Performance, Texas Chiropractic College; director of wellness initiatives at Parker University; and dean of graduate studies and director of the health promotion degree at Cleveland College of Chiropractic.