What is the thoracic outlet syndrome? - Chiropractic Treatment

What is the thoracic outlet syndrome?

Can Chiropractic Help?

Thoracic outlet syndrome, like any other condition that affects the nerves, muscles and blood vessels, needs to be treated as soon as symptoms become apparent. Visiting your Chiropractor should be their first order of business. In most instances the Chiropractor is best suited to treat the nerve impingement that is certainly present. He/she will find the cause of impingement and treat the patient to remove the causative factor. He/she will also treat the patient with adjunctive therapies, such as, electric muscle stimulation, ultrasound, trigger point massage therapy and diathermy,

The patient will generally respond well to this therapy and Chiropractic treatment. However, it is up to the patient to help in their treatment. With home healthcare, they will speed their recovery while alleviating the pain that will be ongoing as they receive treatment from their Chiropractor or their Physician. Using an analgesic gel such as BIOFREEZE with Ilex can relieve pain and muscle spasms. The use of a vibrator such as the MEDISANA VARIOTHERM MASSAGER or a type of percussive, vibratory instrument plus a magnet in the head that adds multiple therapy adjuncts, can be very soothing. The alternate use of hot and cold packs in conjunction with the vibration will also be beneficial in increasing circulation and removing toxins from the muscles. It will also relieve the spasms that may be present. Maintaining an exercise program, such as the DOCTOR'S SENIOR EXERCISE (55 and above) program will prevent muscle atrophy, keeping the muscles strong and flexible.

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