Hi Tracey,

Victoria wrote a very good e-mail regarding TOS vs. RSD.

I was diagnosed with TOS, had the rib resection surgery then developed RSD after the surgery.

Please, if there's any thought that you may have RSD, any surgery can make it much much worse. A pain specialist may also be some help to you to see if you do have RSD. It may be worth an appt to make sure.

With regard to TOS, I didn't have shoulder blade pain. I pretty much had all of my symptoms in my arm.

But, also, please remember that everyone is different.

Good Luck to you.