PT Snacks Podcast: Physical Therapy with Dr. Kasey Hankins 142. Intro to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Join us in this episode of PT Snacks podcast as we dive into Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). This episode explores the causes, types, and diagnostic criteria of TOS. It includes an overview of provocation tests, symptom patterns, and potential treatment strategies, emphasizing the importance of ruling out other diagnoses. Additional resources and further reading options are provided for those wanting to expand their knowledge.
00:00 Introduction to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
00:46 Understanding Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
01:32 Types of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
02:35 Diagnosing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
03:51 Clinical Presentation and Symptoms
05:06 Differential Diagnosis
06:22 Physical Therapy Management
08:04 When to Refer for Surgery
08:53 Key Takeaways and Resources
Hock, G., Johnson, A., Barber, P., & Papa, C. (2022). Current Clinical Concepts: Rehabilitation of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.. Journal of athletic training. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-138-22.
Jones, M., Prabhakar, A., Viswanath, O., Urits, I., Green, J., Kendrick, J., Brunk, A., Eng, M., Orhurhu, V., Cornett, E., & Kaye, A. (2019). Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Pain and Therapy, 8, 5 - 18. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40122-019-0124-2.
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