I had cervical fusion (ACDF) C5-C6-C7 surgery 2/28/2011 which relieved some of my symptoms but many of my TrPs came right back. I was determined to get better so I started going to physical therapy 3-4 times a week and massage therapy 1-2 times a week. It took me a while before I realized that the stretches and strengthening exercises from PT were making me worse. I also noticed that driving exacerbated my symptoms as did computer work. I stopped going to PT completely. I informed my job that I could no perform and started on disability.

I continued seeing my chiro for ART, Graston, cuppping, and TENS/Ultrasound combo as well as a massage therapist for neuromuscular therapy. I also purchased a TENS/Ultrasound combo unit for use at home. I was able to eliminate most of my TrPs without them returning. It was only then that the subtle signs of neurogenic and vascular TOS became obvious and I sought out the proper medical specialists.

I was able to retrain myself to drive and type by keeping my elbows at my side (while wearing the IntelleSkin garment) to prevent exacerbation of the TOS symptoms.