Great points, everyone! Sadly, as optomistic as I am, I'm realistic as well, and dont think there is a 100% cure out there for most people with TOS, including myself. I guess I'm thankful that (if I HAD to get TOS) I got vascular TOS and every symptom I have had is directly linked to an obvious problem that have all been confirmed with tests (MRI, Ultrasounds, Venograms) For me it was; massive arm swelling = blood clot. Still slightly swollen arm after surgery = a subclavian vein that is 'dead' and no longer working. I have never had to tell a doctor that I was in pain and have them respond that it was in my head. That would be beyond frustrating!

You all are rational people and you are very brave to live with the pain that you experiance everyday. Pain is your body telling you that something is wrong. Please dont let anyone tell you that what you physically feel is in your imagination!