Question

what term describes nerve pain caused by pressure on the spinal nerve roots in the neck region?
a. cervical radiculopathy
b. lumbosacral sciatica
c. lumbar radiculopathy
d. acute facet myelitis

Explanation:

Cervical radiculopathy is nerve pain caused by pressure on the spinal nerve roots in the neck region. Thoracic disc rupture affects the thoracic region, lumbar radiculopathy affects the lower back, and acute facet myelitis is related to inflammation of facet joints and not specifically nerve - root pressure in the neck.

Answer:

A. Cervical radiculopathy