Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy is the involvement of a nerve root as it exits the spine, generally due to compression or irritation. Depending on the affected level, the discomfort may be felt in the neck and arms or in the lower back and legs.
Common symptoms: Pain that radiates along the path of the nerve, tingling, a feeling of numbness, or weakness in the corresponding area.
Which specialist treats it? The neurologist evaluates the functioning of the nerves, and the neurosurgeon takes part when the involvement of the spine is assessed.
When to seek care? If the pain extends toward an arm or a leg, or is accompanied by persistent weakness or tingling, it is advisable to have a professional examine it to pinpoint the cause.
Data on 13 doctors who treat radiculopathy
Specialties that treat radiculopathy
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in radiculopathy
Dr. Rabindranath García López
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Jorge Luis Rivera Rodriguez
Dr. Pedro Castorena Garcia
Dr. Rafael Mendizabal Guerra
Dr. Marcelino Lorenzo Ruíz
Dr. Luis Francisco Sánchez Cortes
Dr. Cinar Balduin Ayar Hernández
Dra. Iracema Santizo Nanduca
Dr. Fernando Lara Torres
Dr. Jonathan Colin
Dr. Carlos Eduardo Martínez Cortés
Dra. Thalia Estefania Sanchez Correa
Dr. Noel Isaías Plascencia Álvarez
Dr. Jose Renan Perez
Dr. Agustín Dorantes Argandar
Dr. Jesús Roberto Gastélum Lara
Dra. Maria Del Mar Saniger Alba
Dr. Jose Antonio Soriano Sanchez
Dra. Ana Luisa Velasco Monroy
Frequently asked questions
What is radiculopathy?
Radiculopathy is the involvement of a nerve root as it exits the spine, generally due to compression or irritation. Depending on the affected level, the discomfort may be felt in the neck and arms or in the lower back and legs.
Which doctor treats radiculopathy?
Radiculopathy is usually treated by specialists in neurosurgeon, neurologist.