Physiotherapy for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Do you experience numbness or tingling in your arm or fingers? Does your shoulder or neck feel heavy or painful, especially after prolonged sitting or overhead activity? Do your symptoms worsen while working on a computer or carrying bags? Are you experiencing persistent arm and shoulder discomfort? These symptoms may indicate Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) occurs when nerves or blood vessels passing between the neck and shoulder become compressed. Poor posture, tight neck and chest muscles, repetitive arm movements, or previous injury can narrow this space. This may cause arm pain, tingling, weakness, swelling, or a feeling of heaviness in the shoulder and hand.
Physiotherapy aims to reduce compression and restore proper shoulder and neck mechanics. Treatment focuses on:
Postural correction for the neck and upper back
Stretching tight chest and neck muscles
Strengthening shoulder blade stabilising muscles
Nerve mobility exercises
Ergonomic advice for daily activities
Maintain an upright sitting posture, avoid prolonged overhead arm positions, take frequent breaks during desk work, gently stretch chest and neck muscles, and avoid carrying heavy bags on one shoulder.
Dr. Deepika Bansal β Physiotherapist in Balewadi, Wakad, Aundh, Pimple Saudagar provides personalised physiotherapy for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, helping relieve nerve compression and restore comfortable arm movement.
