Thoracic Outlet Compression: A GP’s Guide to Recognising, Diagnosing, and Treating This Overlooked Syndrome in Australia
Musculoskeletal Medicine
JUNE 15, 2025
Women aged 20–50 are disproportionately affected, likely due to smaller thoracic outlet dimensions and hormonal influences on ligamentous laxity. Differential diagnosis: Exclude cervical radiculopathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, or rotator cuff pathology. Roos test: Reproduction of symptoms with sustained arm elevation.
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