21. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome - Arthritis: Health And Medical Information About Arthr MedicineNet Home Diseases Conditions AZ List Arthritis Home thoracic outlet syndrome. Advanced Search. thoracic outlet syndrome. http://www.medicinenet.com/thoracic_outlet_syndrome/article.htm

MedicineNet Home Arthritis Home > Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Advanced Search Printer-Friendly Format Add to Favorites Email to a Friend ... Next page Thoracic Outlet Syndrome What is the thoracic outlet syndrome? What are symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome? How is thoracic outlet syndrome diagnosed? What is the treatment for thoracic outlet syndrome? What is the thoracic outlet syndrome? Thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition whereby symptoms are produced from compression of nerves or blood vessels, or both, because of an inadequate passageway through an area (thoracic outlet) between the base of the neck and the armpit. The thoracic outlet is surrounded by muscle, bone, and other tissues. Any condition which results in enlargement or movement of the tissues of or near the thoracic outlet can cause the thoracic outlet syndrome. These conditions include muscle enlargement, injuries, an extra rib from the neck at birth (cervical rib), and tumors at the top of the lung (rare). Often no specific cause is found. It is felt by some researchers that the evolution of the torso of primates from a four-legged to a two-legged position may predispose humans to the development of thoracic outlet syndrome. The resulting vertical posture produced flattening of the chest cage and a shift of the shoulder joint backwards, both of which narrowed the thoracic outlet.

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23. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome thoracic outlet syndrome. thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a set of symptoms due to compression and/or irritation of these vessels and nerves. http://www.thebodyworker.com/thoracicoutletsyndrome.htm

www.thebodyworker.com Explorations in the Theory and Practice of Massage/Bodywork Free Newsletter! New! Find out more about Careers in Massage Find a Practitioner www.massagepracticebuilder.com Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Definition: The thoracic outlet is the area of the shoulder/neck where the nerves (brachial plexus) and blood vessels (subclavian vessels) pass from the cervical area toward the axilla. Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a set of symptoms due to compression and/or irritation of these vessels and nerves. There is much controversy among physicians and diagnosing this syndrome is very difficult. It is often confused with carpal tunnel syndrome, brachial plexus syndrome, rotator cuff syndrome and bursitis. Causes: Disc protrusion, herniation or degeneration causing nerve impingement Brachial plexus entrapment or subclavian artery compression in the interscalene triangle (usually between anterior and medial scalene) Impingement at the cervico-axillary canal or the costo-clavicular space (1st rib) -could be from carrying a heavy shoulder bag or bad posture Fibrositis of the cervical and shoulder area (pectoralis major and minor, the posterior cervical triangle)

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Doctors List * Doctors recommended by TOSers, not endorsed by tellmeabouttos.com AK AL AR AZ ... Greece Alabama Add a Doctor or Physical Therapist Alaska Add a Doctor or Physical Therapist Arizona James Malone Hohokam Surgeons 10290 North 92nd St. Suite 300 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Phone: (480)657-7610 Fax: (480)657-0340 Add a Doctor or Physical Therapist Paul Stallone, NMD Clinic: Arizona Integrative Medical Center Address: 8144 E. Cactus Road, Suite 820 Scottsdale AZ USA 85262 Phone: (602)326-2530 E-mail: dr.stallone@cox.net Website: www.drstallone.com Arkansas Add a Doctor or Physical Therapist California Dr. Wladislaw Ellis 2445 Carleton Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 849-4995 (FAX) Dr. Samuel Ahn Dr. Hugh Gelabert Dr. Julie Freischlag UCLA Gonda Vascular Center 200 UCLA Medical Plaza Suite 510-6 Los Angeles, CA 90095-6908 FAX: 310-206-3885 Website: www.surgery.medsch.ucla.edu/asp/doctors.asp Dr. Ernestina Saxton / Neurologist Neurological Services - UCLA 300 UCLA Medical Plaza Ste. B200 Los Angeles, CA 90095-6975 Dr. Aaron G. Filler / Neurosurgeon Century City Medical Plaza 2080 Century Park East Suite 1208 Century City, CA

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BodymindResources.com Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Theory Click on the scientist to go to the Thoracic Outlet Lab Welcome to BodymindResources.com's presentation of the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome class! Today we will be discussing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, how it happens and how to treat it. What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is a pinching or pulling of the brachial plexus (a bundle of nerves in the shoulder/neck area). It can also entail a pinching off of an artery that runs underneath the clavicle (subclavian artery). This causes numbness, tingling, or pain in the hands that is often mistaken for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The impairment of the brachial plexus or subclavian artery can come about in many different ways. It can happen due to injury, vascular disease, lesions, and many other little things that can go wrong. The most common cause and the one we are concerned with today, however, is a mechanical cause of nerve pinching muscular tension and connective tissue adhesion caused by improper body mechanics and dysfunctional repetitive movements of the arms and rib cage. What is the Brachial Plexus?

27. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome thoracic outlet syndrome. Definition. The pain of thoracic outlet syndrome is sometimes confused with the pain of angina that indicates heart problems. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/thoracic_outlet_syndrome.html

Encyclopedia Index T Home Encyclopedia Encyclopedia Index T Thoracic outlet syndrome Definition Thoracic outlet syndromes are a group of disorders that cause pain and abnormal nerve sensations in the neck, shoulder, arm, and/or hand. Description The thoracic outlet is an area at the top of the rib cage, between the neck and the chest. Several anatomical structures pass through this area, including the esophagus, trachea, and nerves and blood vessels that lead to the arm and neck region. The area contains the first rib; collar bone (clavicle); the arteries beneath the collar bone (subclavian artery), which supply blood to the arms; a network of nerves leading to the arms (brachial plexus); and the top of the lungs. Pain and other symptoms occur when the nerves or blood vessels in this area are compressed. The likelihood of blood vessels or nerves in the thoracic outlet being compressed increases with increased size of body tissues in this area or with decreased size of the thoracic outlet. The pain of thoracic outlet syndrome is sometimes confused with the pain of angina that indicates heart problems. The two conditions can be distinguished from each other because the pain of thoracic outlet syndrome does not appear or increase when walking, while the pain of angina does. Also, the pain of thoracic outlet syndrome usually increases if the affected arm is raised, which does not happen in cases of angina.

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Shortcuts Directions Events Find the Right Doctor Directory Risk Assessments Search Second Opinion Send for Info Site Map Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a diagnosis steeped in controversy. The term is used to describe symptoms which arise from compression of either the subclavian artery (arterial TOS), the subclavian vein (venous TOS), or brachial plexus (neurogenic TOS). The first two are well-recognized entities, however they account for less than 5% of patients with TOS. By far, the majority of patients with this diagnosis have neurogenic TOS. The diagnosis itself is controversial. Many believe that neurogenic TOS does not exist because there are no universally-accepted objective tests available to diagnose it. Those who do believe the diagnosis exists argue that there is a large collective experience from many countries with patients who exhibit symptoms characteristic of neurogenic TOS and who improve after surgery directed at decompression of the lower brachial plexus. Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD) Introduction Incidence Treatment ... What is Hyperhidrosis?

33. Thoracic Outlet - Information / Diagnosis / Treatment / Prevention NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner thoracic outlet syndrome From the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine, the causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthcyclopedia.com/neurological-disorders/peripheral-nervous-system

Home Health cyclopedia All Topics by Category The Good Health Search Engine Health Conditions A-Z Gurus ... nerve compression syndromes > thoracic outlet Thoracic Outlet Information / Diagnosis / Treatment / Prevention External links (marked with an arrow ) open in a new window. This site is a web directory and does not offer medical advice. We cannot take responsibility for information found on listed sites. This Page Medical Definition Health News Web Directory: Medical Definition: University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne Medical Dictionary: "arterial thoracic outlet syndrome" Health News: Search millions of published articles for news on Thoracic Outlet Modern Medicine Aging The Ardell Wellness Report HealthFacts Medical Post Medical Update Men's Health and the National Women's Health Report Note: Subscription required to access the full text of articles. Web Directory: Neurology Web Forums at MGH MGH Department of Neurology's webforum discussion about TOS. Also link from main Neurology WebForum Page to TOS chat room. NISMAT Physical Therapy Corner: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome From the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma, the causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes photographs demonstrating some stretching exercises. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome From the Hand Surgery Center of Brooklyn and Staten Island, concise definition, signs, symptoms, and treatment related to thoracic outlet syndrome.

34. THE MERCK MANUALSECOND HOME EDITION, Thoracic Outlet Syndromes Nerve conduction studies and electromyography (see Section 6, Chapter 77) may detect abnormalities characteristic of thoracic outlet syndrome. http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual_home2/sec06/ch095/ch095e.jsp

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@import "/css/Strongw3c.css"; Search: Search Help Vascular Surgery Vascular Surgery Home About Us ... Resources More Information Vascular Surgery News Strong Heart and Vascular Center Division of Vascular Surgery Contact Us New Patients If you'd like to schedule an appointment, call us at 585-275-7741. Existing Patients If you're an existing patient, we encourage you to ask us for your Patient Prescription Form to take advantage of our online resources. If you already have your form, start using our online Health Center Referring Physicians To refer a patient for a consultation, call us at 585-275-7741. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? The thoracic outlet is the area between the base of the neck and armpit through which the blood vessels and nerves pass. Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition that arises from pressure being placed on nerves or blood vessels. Pressure on the blood vessels can result in blood clots in the major veins of the arm. The result is pain in the arm, neck, or shoulder.

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38. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome thoracic outlet syndrome consists of symptoms caused by compression of the nerves in the brachial plexus (nerves that pass into the arms from the neck) or http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921990452.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Neurology By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic outlet syndrome consists of symptoms caused by compression of the nerves in the brachial plexus (nerves that pass into the arms from the neck) or blood vessels. Patients may have pain in the shoulder, arm, or hand, or in all three locations. The hand pain is often most severe in the fourth and fifth fingers. The pain is aggravated by the use of the arm, and "fatigue" of the arm is often prominent. The goals of treatment are two-fold: to correct postural abnormalities that might contribute to the compression, and to establish an exercise program to strengthen the shoulder muscles. Most often a conservative course of treatment is followed. If vascular or major neurological impairment is present, surgical decompression may be considered. However, only a small number of patients require surgery. The prognosis for the majority of individuals who receive therapy for thoracic outlet syndrome is good.

39. AllRefer Health - Thoracic Outlet Syndrome thoracic outlet syndrome information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors, signs, tests, support groups http://health.allrefer.com/health/thoracic-outlet-syndrome-info.html

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