Thoracic Outlet Syndrome- Where to begin ? Addressing Shoulder, Cervical, Thoracic & Ribs

Course Overview

Get ready to practice and learn evidence-based Examination & Management of Arm Pain, Shoulder Pain, Upper Extremity Radiculopathy, Nerve Pain, or Pecs tightness, Postural Dysfunctions by effectively gaining knowledge from our ISOMT US Experts.

With this 1 hour Lecture, you will unveil the evidence and secrets that no body tells you.

Dr TJ & Dr PK discusses here Regional Interdependence of addressing Cervical Spine, Thoracic, Ribs, & Shoulder which is the latest evidence to assess and treat a patient coming with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. 

The Virtual Lab is full of demonstration & practice in evidence based assessment & treatment. 

Chapters & Learning Objectives

Chapter 1 - What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

: 00:04 Hour

Definition of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Its common related symptoms, signs, and what to expect. Dr TJ & Dr PK defines it in very simplistic terms, along with case presentation and demonstration. 

Chapter 2 - Understanding the Anatomy (Jones et al., 2019)

: 00:02 Hour

Different Anatomical spaces of Thoracic Outlet where various Neuro-vascular bundles can get compromised will be discussed in this Chapter

Chapter 3 - Categories of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (Jones et al., 2019)

: 00:04 Hour

Dr TJ & Dr PK discusses a very important aspect in the diagnosis and identification of various categories of TOS according to their signs & symptoms. Please review this carefully. 

Chapter 4 - Functional Anatomy & Causes of TOS

: 00:05 Hour

Different Case Profile , Functional Anatomy related to TOS, & what could be the muscular, bony, neurovascular structures involved in producing patient signs & symptoms will be discussed in the Chapter. 

Chapter 5 - Various Structures involved in TOS

: 00:03 Hour

Various Signs & symptoms caused due to the involvement of various structires in TOS, this is an extension to previous Chapter and discussed in details with examples. 

Chapter 6 - Palpation of Important Landmarks in TOS (Ribs, Spine, Musculature) - Demonstration & Practice

: 00:12 Hour

A very important Chapter in the whole Lab, where Dr Parijat Kumar demonstrates the entire Palpation of important landmarks that has to done in an evidence based way in assessing & treating TOS. 

Chapter 7 - Assessment Criteria of TOS

: 00:08 Hour

Starting from Rib Cage assessment, various diagnostic tests, and other criteria for an evidence based Assessment of TOS will be discussed in this Chapter 

Chapter 8 - Treatment & Management of TOS (Demonstration & Practice)

: 00:30 Hour

Dr Parijat Kumar , discusses and demonstrates various treatment techniques including Manipulations, Mobilisations, Muscle energy techniques, exercise prescriptions and many others ways to manage. Please see them carefully, practice , learn and help society. 

Chapter 4-Muscle Energy Techniques for Ribs, Lumbar Spine, and Pelvis

: 00:48 Hour

In this lecture, Our US-Expert Dr.Parijat Kumar demonstrates the muscle energy techniques for the ribs, lumbar spine and pelvis. The MET methods demonstrated focus on using active muscle contractions to release muscle tightness, improve joint mobility, and restore proper alignment in the ribs, lumbar spine, and pelvis. By applying these techniques, practitioners can treat conditions like lower back pain, postural imbalances, and rib restrictions, helping to reduce pain, improve flexibility, and enhance overall movement.