[goofyshoes]

I am a 32 yr old stay at home mom & wife. My husband is Submariner, and gone more then he is home, and I have been diagonsed with Thoracic outlet syndrome and a dynamic impingement.

For the past year I have pretty much dealt with the pain without pain medications. I was in phycial therapy from July last year to Oct, but lost 20% range of motion for my right arm, and was put on hold for Physical therapy.
After lots of tests and lots of Dr.s and a Scalen muscle block, I now have a surgery date. But I am nervous about it, and what to expect for recovery. That is why I am here. To learn as much as I can. To have an Idea of what to expect, fully knowing that no two surgeries are the same, nor are the recoveries.

[redtail]

Hi Goofyshoes,

and welcome to Neuro Talk, its a great place to get help and support.

Sorry for what you are going through at the moment, it must make it harder with your husband away.


Here is the link to the Thoracic Outlet Syndrome forum http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum24.html

If you need any help finding your way around, just ask someone will be along to help you out.

take care
Kate

[(Broken Wings)]

Originally Posted by goofyshoes

I am a 32 yr old stay at home mom & wife. My husband is Submariner, and gone more then he is home, and I have been diagonsed with Thoracic outlet syndrome and a dynamic impingement.

For the past year I have pretty much dealt with the pain without pain medications. I was in phycial therapy from July last year to Oct, but lost 20% range of motion for my right arm, and was put on hold for Physical therapy.
After lots of tests and lots of Dr.s and a Scalen muscle block, I now have a surgery date. But I am nervous about it, and what to expect for recovery. That is why I am here. To learn as much as I can. To have an Idea of what to expect, fully knowing that no two surgeries are the same, nor are the recoveries.

Welcome to NT

I have TOS, as do many others here. There is a wide range of complaints, symptoms and diagnoses and treatments.

You are well advised to ask lots of questions.

Here is the TOS forum:

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum24.html

You will get to know many who have had the surgery. I have not. I will defer to their posts to guide you with what they think you should be aware of through their experiences.

I'm so sorry you have to deal with this. It isn't easy, either way you. Be careful and informed. God bless...

[goofyshoes]

Thank you for the encouragement and the info.

[Alffe]

Redtail and Broken Wings have taken such good care of you Goofyshoes that I just wanted to welcome you and leave you a hug.

[Dmom3005]

Hi, I just wanted to welcome you to the site also.

Let someone know if you need something.

Donna