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.
William L. Inman, BS, DVM, CVCP
Dr. William Inman graduated from Washington State University and opened his own clinical veterinary practice. He has personally adjusted more than 75,000 clinical cases and trained 7,400 doctors worldwide. He is the president/CEO of the IAVCP and the AAAA, and the originator of veterinary orthopedic manipulation (VOM). He can be reached at drbill@vomtech.com.