thoracic outlet syndrome
noun
: any of a group of disorders that are marked by the compression of nerves (such as the brachial plexus) or blood vessels (such as the subclavian artery or vein) as they pass from the neck toward the armpit or proximal arm through a space in the upper thorax between the clavicle and the first rib and that typically result in pain, numbness, weakness, or cold sensitivity in the affected area
In August his arm suddenly went numb; he was shelled in two appearances before doctors figured out he was suffering from thoracic outlet syndrome, a condition in which his first rib was pressing upon an artery.—
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Tom VerducciThe repetitive overhand motion done by weightlifters, gymnasts, swimmers and more, occasionally results in thoracic outlet syndrome …—Steve Wood
—abbreviation TOS
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What ultimately was thoracic outlet syndrome, a one-of-a-kind instance for an NBA player, Fultz was originally misdiagnosed and tried to play through the injury with Philadelphia.
—Evan Sidery, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
In addition to physical therapy and other conservative measures, your healthcare provider might prescribe blood thinners to treat thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
She was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome, where there isn’t enough space for the blood vessels or nerves between ribs and collarbone.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2024
He was shut down midway through his rookie year for Tommy John surgery, had carpal tunnel surgery in 2020 and has dealt with thoracic outlet syndrome since 2022.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 7 Apr. 2024
The two go back to their days in Oakland, where Melvin managed Jefferies as an up-and-coming prospect before his career was sidetracked by two Tommy John surgeries and thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2024
Jefferies was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome, requiring season-ending surgery.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2024
Last month, it was revealed pitcher Stephen Strasburg was finished playing after a string of injuries and thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 8 Sep. 2023
Per the complaint filed in Tuscaloosa Country Circuit court on March 10, Bennett unknowingly broke a rib during strength training after arriving on campus which led to thoracic outlet syndrome (TOC).
—Nick Alvarez | Nalvarez@al.com, al, 15 Apr. 2023
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Evan Sidery, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
In addition to physical therapy and other conservative measures, your healthcare provider might prescribe blood thinners to treat thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
She was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome, where there isn’t enough space for the blood vessels or nerves between ribs and collarbone.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2024
He was shut down midway through his rookie year for Tommy John surgery, had carpal tunnel surgery in 2020 and has dealt with thoracic outlet syndrome since 2022.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 7 Apr. 2024
The two go back to their days in Oakland, where Melvin managed Jefferies as an up-and-coming prospect before his career was sidetracked by two Tommy John surgeries and thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 31 Mar. 2024
Jefferies was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome, requiring season-ending surgery.
—Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2024
Last month, it was revealed pitcher Stephen Strasburg was finished playing after a string of injuries and thoracic outlet syndrome.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 8 Sep. 2023
Per the complaint filed in Tuscaloosa Country Circuit court on March 10, Bennett unknowingly broke a rib during strength training after arriving on campus which led to thoracic outlet syndrome (TOC).
—Nick Alvarez | Nalvarez@al.com, al, 15 Apr. 2023
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“Thoracic outlet syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thoracic%20outlet%20syndrome. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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