#435 Neck Pain with Dr. Anthony Mikula from The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

#435 Neck Pain with Dr. Anthony Mikula

1 hour 14 minutes Posted Apr 15, 2024 at 7:00 am.

Introduction

Anatomy and Pain Generators

Approach to Neck Pain

Differentiating Radiculopathy from Non-Specific Neck Pain

Management of Mechanical Neck Pain

Indications for Imaging

Terminology and Explanation of Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Spondylolysis

Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH)

Imaging Terminology and Plain Films

Pathophysiology of Cervical Radiculopathy

Physical Examination for Cervical Radiculopathy

Diagnostic Work-up for Radiculopathy

Interventions for Cervical Radiculopathy

Considerations for Surgery

Recognizing Cervical Myelopathy

Natural History of Myelopathy

Referral and Treatment for Myelopathy

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A real pain in the neck (Get it?! We have fun.)

Protect your neck! Learn how to evaluate a patient with neck pain, and differentiate between mechanical neck pain, radiculopathy, and myelopathy. You’ll learn who should be reassured, who should see a surgeon, and what nonoperative options are available. We’re joined by Dr. Anthony Mikula @anthony_mikula from Mayo Clinic.

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Credits

Written and Produced by: Paul Williams, MD, FACP

Show Notes: Paul Williams, MD, FACP

Infographic and Cover Art: Paul Williams, MD, FACP

Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD

Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP

Technical Production: PodPaste

Guest: Anthony Mikula, MD

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