<H1 class=documentFirstHeading> Thoracic Outlet Syndrome More than just a pain in the neck. </H1>
Thoracic outlet syndrome is actually a collection of syndromes brought about by abnormal compression of the neurovascular bundle by bony, ligamentous or muscular obstacles between the cervical spine and the lower border of the axilla. <H2>What does that mean? First of all a syndrome is defined as a group of signs and symptoms that collectively characterize or indicate a particular disease or abnormal condition. http://www.nismat.org/ptcor/thoracic...cic_outlet.gif
</H2>What are the signs and symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome? It is important to understand that presenting with the symptoms listed below in no way indicates a definitive diagnosis for thoracic outlet syndrome. Professionals understand the importance of coupling diagnostic testing skills with the patients report of what hurts and what doesnt seem to be working properly. Dont self diagnose! Neurologic and vascular symptoms can be indicative of more serious conditions. Vascular symptoms include:Neurologic symptoms include:
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Missa- your "pressurized head" and tingly face ringing ears sound like upper plexus symtptoms to me...TOS can be mostly upper plexus, mostly ower plexus, or both.
if your arms are tingling on awakening from sleep- I was told to get a memory foam mattress topper and a set of sleeping wedges- one to elevate your head slightly, one to stick under your knees, and one on each side to elevate your arms a bit. If you are sleeping on them in a way that compresses the nerve, it can eventually cause more damage. something like this:http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XHGO0K?...0&linkCode=asn but add small pillows under your arms to keep them cradled. TOS is difficult to dx, so if you are talking to a doctor that is not familiar with it, you might want to try to find a different one...? good luck. Johanna |
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