Yes it's a form of TOS, some call it by other names.

paget schroetter syndrome
http://www.google.com/search?q=paget...9933d19f024e3b

[How is this condition diagnosed?
It usually will come to attention by causing dramatic swelling, blue discoloration, congestion and pain in the affected arm. The diagnosis is then made by testing the vein to see if it is clotted or narrowed.

Ultrasound machines can determine if the vein is clotted in the upper arm. Occasionally they may miss a clot in the area beneath the collarbone or inside the chest cavity.

Venograms are tests where dye is injected into the veins and then X-rays are developed to show the flow of blood within the vein. The venograms are more accurate than ultrasound in showing the condition of the veins inside the chest and under the collarbone. These tests are considered the "gold standard" in testing because they are the most accurate. ]
http://www.surgery.ucla.edu/vascular...hroetter.shtml


Something to look into-
this guy has some interesting videos about body work treatments-
http://www.youtube.com/user/daltonmy.../6/gHoBVqbClP8