Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Treatment
What is Thoracic Outlet/Inlet Syndrome?
Thoracic Outlet/Inlet Syndrome occurs when blood vessels or nerves get compressed as they leave the thorax. The subclavian artery, the subclavian vein, and the lower brachial plexus roots are affected and they are compressed in the following three areas:
- Between the front and middle scalene neck muscles
- Between the first rib and collarbone
- Under the shoulder blade’s coracoid process
People may develop Vascular Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, which affects two percent of the population, and Neurological Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, which affects 98 percent of the population. The other type of syndrome is the Thoracic Inlet Syndrome, which obstructs the passage of the nerves, veins, and arteries from the root of the neck to the armpit.
A physiotherapist will be able to determine the type of syndrome the person has by their symptoms. They will address bad back and neck postures and joint mobility by teaching them posture correction and mobility exercises.
Common Treatment Options
- Acupuncture
- ART and IASTM
- Chiropractic and massage therapy
- Neck muscle stretching and strengthening
- Postural muscle strengthening
- Nerve flossing
- Dry Needling
- Interferential current
- Laser Therapy
- Manual therapy
- TENS
Physiotherapists treat Thoracic Outlet/Inlet Syndrome
At Physiomobility, we have a team of qualified professionals who offer specialized treatment for various musculoskeletal conditions. Whether you have a chronic medical condition, such as arthritis, or you have experienced a sports injury, or suffer from dizziness and vertigo our experienced physiotherapists will provide you personalized treatment, offering you relief from pain and discomfort and enabling you to get back to your usual activities quickly.
