Thoracic Outlet Syndrome – Overview, Causes, and Symptoms

collarbone, back pain, spine center, back surgery

Overview Thoracic outlet syndrome describes several disorders that occur if the blood vessels (veins and arteries) and nerves in the space between your thoracic outlet (first rib) and the collarbone are compressed, irritated, or injured. In general, these conditions affect the upper chest region and the lower back. If you suspect any of the symptoms […]

Types of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Disorders and Their Symptoms

back pain, spine injury

What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic Outlet Syndrome or TOS is mainly caused when the nerves or blood vessels (veins and arteries) in the tight passage of the thoracic outlet are compressed, irritated, or injured. This condition also occurs when there is an extra cervical rib or an old collarbone fracture. There are three major […]