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Multiple Sclerosis Versus Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a rare condition that involves pain in the neck and shoulder,
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Blood vessels and nerves coming from the spine or major blood vessels of the body pass through a narrow space near the shoulder and collarbone on their way to the arms. As they pass by or through the collarbone (clavicle) and upper...
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is nothing short of an elusive condition that baffles many doctors. Two types of TOS exist. One type is... Read more »
Online Support Groups Are a Great Source for Multiple Sclerosis...
Welcome to the Week in Review and a this week has been even more active than last week here at MS Central. So what's been going on around... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis & Supportive Online Connections versus Support...
When I was diagnosed with MS in 1988, coping with the disease happened in an isolated place with little hope. With no Internet there were... Read more »
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Multiple Sclerosis: Is There a Connection?
When researchers, observers, and hypothesizers begin to make connections, it can become very interesting. I recently came across listings... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis Patients at risk for having Restless Leg Syndrome
Some weeks ago I had asked whether or not anyone had experienced any unusual symptoms in childhood which they felt might be related to... Read more »
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Diagnosis of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Signs and Symptoms of Thoracic Outlet SyndromeOnset of symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is usually very vague. Initially the patient may... Read more »
Introduction to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
The term "thoracic outlet syndrome" first appeared in the medical literature in 1956 in an article published by R.M. Peet and colleagues entitled... Read more »
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
How can you be sure that I have thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) and not some other condition that produces similar signs and symptoms? What is the... Read more »
Lifestyle Modifications and Quality of Life in Thoracic Outlet...
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can initially be mild and non-specific and patients typically to do not seek medical help until the intensity of... Read more »
Treatment Options for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Goals of Treatment for Thoracic Outlet SyndromeThe objectives of treatment for patients with thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) include: Relieve and... Read more »
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