Radiculopathy

Question 1

What is Radiculopathy?

Answer 1

Radiculopathy, also commonly referred to as pinched nerve, refers to a set of conditions in which one or more nerves are affected and do not work properly.

Question 2

What are the risk factors of radiculopathy?

Answer 2

> aging
> being overweight
> poor posture
> improper lifting techniques.
> repetitive motions.
> a family history of degenerative bone conditions

Question 3

What are the signs and symptoms of radiculopathy?

Answer 3

>  Pain
> Weakness
> Numbness
> Neck or Back pain
> Absent or diminished reflexes

Question 4

What is the epidemiology of radiculopathy?

Answer 4

Cervical radiculopathy is less prevalent in the United States than lumbar radiculopathy with an occurrence rate of 83 cases per 100,000

Question 5

What investigations would you do for radiculopathy?

Answer 5

> MRI/ CT spine
EMG (needle)