Resource Utilization for Non-operative Cervical Radiculopathy: Management by Surgeons versus Non-surgeons

Cervical radiculopathy is a relatively prevalent condition with an estimated incidence of 1.79 occurrences per 1000 person-years [1]. It is most commonly attributed to disc or spondylotic pathologies [2], although other etiologies include degenerative changes and inflammatory responses [3,4]. The vast majority of patients with such conditions improve with non-operative modalities such as medications, physical therapy, corticosteroid injections, or chiropractic and acupuncture techniques [1,5]. In specific situations, such as failure to improve with non-operative treatment, surgery may be an appropriate option [6,7].
Source: Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Source Type: research