Introduction
Physical Therapy in Hazle Township for Shoulder
Welcome to FYZICAL Hazleton's patient resource about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can cause pain and numbness in the shoulder, arm, and hand. Testing for TOS is difficult. There is no one test to accurately diagnose TOS, and other conditions can have similar symptoms. You will need to go through several tests to find out if TOS is actually the cause of your pain. Making the right diagnosis often takes time and can be a cause of frustration, both for you and your doctor.
This article will help you understand:
- what happens to cause TOS
- what tests will be used to diagnose the condition
- what can be done to relieve your pain