google-site-verification=woR2hWf-QnPYIoZrOTnR0gUqhtUgbamY8cuPoAkLkpw Conservative Strategies for Optimal Management of the Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Narrative Overview - Journal of Research in Orthopedic Science
Volume 10, Issue 3 (8-2023)                   JROS 2023, 10(3): 115-124 | Back to browse issues page


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1- Department of General & Vascular Surgery, Shohada Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
2- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Clinical Research Development Unit, Shohada Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
3- Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
4- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Clinical Research Development Unit, Shohada Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. & Physiotherapy Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
5- Division of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Department of General & Vascular Surgery, Shohada Tajrish Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Abstract:   (1331 Views)
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a well-known compressive neurovasculopathy with various anatomical etiologies. Neurogenic TOS (nTOS) is the most common type of this syndrome, accounting for over 95% of all cases. Conservative treatment plays a significant role in the management of nTOS. However, there are many controversies regarding this theme. Therefore, the optimal treatment method remains unclear. Herein, a narrative review was conducted to gather recent data on the available conservative treatment methods for the management of nTOS.
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Type of Study: Review Paper | Subject: Shoulder / Elbow
Received: 2023/03/18 | Accepted: 2023/06/30 | Published: 2023/08/1

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