Thoracic outlet syndrome release

Thoracic outlet syndrome Thoracic outlet syndrome is a series of symptoms caused by compression of the subclavian arterial, venous, and brachial plexus nerves on the upper thorax. Compression of nerves and / or abnormal bone due to tube causes, such as cervical ribs, 7th cervical vertebra transverse process is too long, deformities of 1st rib or clavicle, exogenous warts, trauma caused by clavicle or 1st rib fracture, Dislocation of humeral head. In addition, there are spasms and fibrosis of the oblique muscles; sagging shoulder straps and excessive abduction of the upper limbs can cause narrowing of the thoracic outlet, resulting in compression of subclavian blood vessels and brachial plexus nerves. In addition, normal upper limb movements such as abduction of the upper arm, drooping shoulders, neck extension, face turning to the opposite side, and deep inhalation can also reduce the intercostal space and increase the degree of compression of nerves and blood vessels.