Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can be from a multitude of causes. Sometimes our pecs are tight, sometimes there is a problem with our first rib pressing down on our nerves and other times our scalenes (neck muscles) are entrapping is the descending nerves from the cervical spine.

In this photo I am beginning a pec minor stretch in which I hold the upper extremity in 120+ degrees of abduction and pin the pec using my opposite hand. This can help relieve symptoms of numbness, tingling and that asleep feeling many get in prolonged postures.

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If you feel that you are experiencing any of these above symptoms reach out to me, directly and I can help you out immediately!

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