Radicular syndrome arises due to compression or irritation of the nerve roots. The nerve roots are branching of the spinal cord that transmits signals throughout the body at every level along the spine. Radicular Syndrome Causes: Radicular syndrome is mostly due to direct pressure arising due to a herniated disc or variations due to degeneration in the spine that lead to irritated and inflamed sensation of the nerve roots. Radicular Syndrome Symptoms: Radicular syndrome leads to pain and other signs like lack of sensation, tingling and a sense of weakness felt in the upper or lower regions of the body like the arms or legs. Sensory-related symptoms are more prevalent as compared to motor-related symptoms, and muscular weakness is generally an indicator of the increased severity of nerve compression. The nature and kind of pain could differ ranging from dulling, throbbing pain and complex to localize, and even sharp-shooting and burning sensation could be felt. Diagnosis &  [...]