ReviewHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2018
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Biomechanical and Exercise Considerations.
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23 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 55 citations in OpenAlex.
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in Sport: A Systematic Review.Frontiers in physiology · 2022Pooled it
- Physical assessment and rehabilitation for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS): A scoping review.Hand therapy · 2026Review
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- Identification of a Musculus Levator Claviculae on Physical Exam: A Case Report and Literature Review.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- A retrospective analysis of T1 erector spinae plane blocks compared to multimodal pain management alone in first rib resections for patients with thoracic outlet syndrome.Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center) · 2025Article
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.Tomography (Ann Arbor, Mich.) · 2024Review
- Upper Vascular Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Case Study.Biomedicines · 2024Article
- Current Clinical Concepts: Rehabilitation of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.Journal of athletic training · 2024Review
- Predisposing Anatomy for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Functional Outcomes after Supraclavicular Thoracic Outlet Decompression in Athletes.Vascular specialist international · 2024Article
- Role of Lifestyle in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Narrative Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Intractable pain due to thoracic outlet syndrome successfully treated with percutaneous epidural adhesiolysis: A case report.SAGE open medical case reports · 2024Article
- Congenital, Acquired, and Trauma-Related Risk Factors for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome-Review of the Literature.Journal of clinical medicine · 2023Review
- A primer for the student joining the general thoracic surgery service tomorrow: Primer 2 of 7.JTCVS open · 2023Article
- Chronic pain and local pain in usually painless conditions including neuroma may be due to compressive proximal neural lesion.Frontiers in pain research (Lausanne, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Exercise rehabilitation for neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome: a scoping review.The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association · 2022Article
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Management of the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Review of the Literature and Report of an Italian Experience.Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine · 2022Article
- A Thoracic Outlet Syndrome That Concealed a Glioblastoma. Findings from a Case Report.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2021Article
- Scalenus muscle and the C5 root of the brachial plexus: bilateral anatomical variation and its clinical significance.The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association · 2021Article
- Essentials of thoracic outlet syndrome: A narrative review.World journal of clinical cases · 2021Review
- Endoscopic Release of the Brachial Plexus.Arthroscopy techniques · 2020Article
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Abstract
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) describes a group of disorders that are due to a dynamic compression of blood vessels or nerves, between the clavicle and first rib or cervical vertebral nerve roots. Individuals with TOS typically experience upper limb pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that is exacerbated by shoulder or neck movement. The causes of TOS vary, and can include abrupt movements, hypertrophy of the neck musculature, and anatomical variations in which the brachial plexus roots pass through this musculature, edema, pregnancy, repeated overhead motions, the blockage of an artery or vein, or abnormal posture. To understand the complexity of this condition, an analysis of shoulder anatomy and mechanics are needed to help describe limitations and the subsequent pathophysiology of TOS. Several treatment options are available, including surgery, medications, and exercise. A comprehensive study of shoulder anatomy and biomechanics, and knowledge of the benefits of exercise, may help clinicians and healthcare practitioners determine the most appropriate treatment plan for an individual with TOS.
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