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Cervical Radiculopathy Treatment in Scottsdale
Neck pain that spreads to your shoulder, arm, or hand can make daily life hard. Many people have these symptoms and don’t know why. One possible cause is cervical radiculopathy, a nerve problem in the neck.
At Comprehensive Pain Management in Scottsdale, we help find the cause and give the right treatment to reduce pain and help you feel stronger and in control again.
What is Cervical Radiculopathy?
Cervical radiculopathy happens when a nerve in the neck gets pinched or irritated. These nerves go from your neck down into your arms and hands. When the nerve is pressed, it doesn’t work properly, which causes pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness.
This can make it harder to move your arm, grip things, or feel normal sensations. That’s why it’s important to treat it early with the right care.
Cervical Radiculopathy Symptoms
- Pain in the neck that moves down to the arm or shoulder
- Tingling or a “pins and needles” feeling in the arm or hand
- Numbness in fingers or parts of the hand
- Weak grip or trouble lifting your arm
- Sharp, shooting, or burning pain
- Pain that gets worse when you move your neck
Diagnosing Radiculopathy
Before starting any treatment, we begin with a full check-up to find out what’s really going on. At our Scottsdale clinic, we do:
- A full review of your medical history
- Physical and nerve tests
- Imaging (like X-rays or MRIs)
- Nerve studies and EMG tests if needed
This helps us find out exactly which nerve is being affected.
Our Cervical Radiculopathy Therapies in Scottsdale
Dr. KellerShabrokh and our expert team create a personalized plan just for you. Our treatments may include:
Treatment | What It Does |
Epidural Steroid Injections | Reduces swelling and eases pressure on the nerve |
Cervical Medial Branch Blocks | Helps find out where your pain is coming from |
Radiofrequency Ablation | Blocks pain signals from specific nerves |
Relaxes tight muscles that cause or increase nerve pain | |
Regenerative Medicine | Supports healing of damaged tissues and lowers inflammation |
Rehabilitation Services | Improves posture, builds strength, and helps recovery |
What Causes Cervical Radiculopathy?
- Slipped or bulging discs in the neck
- Wear and tear in spinal discs (degenerative disc disease)
- Arthritis in the neck
- Bone growths (bone spurs)
- Narrowing of the spine (spinal stenosis)
- Car accidents or whiplash
- Bad posture or doing the same movement over and over
Don’t Let Cervical Pain Control Your Life
At Comprehensive Pain Management in Scottsdale, we focus on accurate diagnosis and the right treatments to help you take back your life. Trusted by patients across Arizona with a 4.9-star Google rating. Visit us at 8841 East Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ. Seeing a skilled provider for a full evaluation is the best way to get the care your body needs.
FAQs
What is the ICD-10 code for cervical radiculopathy?
M54.12 is the most commonly used code.
Do I need surgery?
Not always. Many cases improve with non-surgical care. We’ll help decide what’s best for you.
What makes it worse?
Poor posture, overuse, and certain neck movements can worsen symptoms.
How much does treatment cost?
Costs vary based on your treatment plan and insurance. We’ll go over all the details with you.
Who is more at risk?
People with arthritis, disc problems, or neck injuries, and those who sit a lot with poor posture.
Dr. James KellerShabrokh
Dr. James KellerShabrokh is a board-certified specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, focusing on spine, joint, muscle, and nerve injuries. He combines rehabilitative care, minimally invasive procedures, and preventive strategies to restore function, improve mobility, and provide long-term pain relief.