DR HQ: Anatomy 101— Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Jul 24 2013
What is thoracic outlet syndrome?
This is a tough one. Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a complicated medical condition that requires some explaining. The thoracic outlet is part of the name is for a space in the upper chest and lower neck region. This region has a multitude of nerves and vessels that goes through this part of the body. Syndrome means a group of symptoms that can occur as a result of something goes on in this part of the body.
Venous and Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome are more specific conditions similar to TOS but aren’t as common. Our focus today is on TOS as it relates to baseball players.
What is the cause of thoracic outlet syndrome?
Doctors don’t have all the reasons why a player suffers this malady. They...
Almost!
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