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.
Yamia Benhaim
Yamia Benhaim is the co-owner and director of business development of ChiroMatrix (www.chiromatrix.com). For questions and comments, contact Yamia at (800) 462-8749 or via the ChiroMatrix Web site.