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Understanding & Assessing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)

Understanding & Assessing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)

Explore the details of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) and learn relevant assessments to test for this condition.

Type Continuing Education
Category Compression Syndromes, Manual Techniques
Language English
Duration 1h
Instructor

Description

Understanding & Assessing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) explores thoracic outlet syndrome and how to safely and effectively assess for this condition.

In this online massage therapy course, understand the relevant anatomical structures associated with TOS and delve into the signs and symptoms associated with this condition.

Discover step-by-step guidance on how to conduct relevant clinical assessments for massage therapy to evaluate for TOS and the accompanying musculoskeletal issues. Understand how to distinguish thoracic outlet syndrome from conditions that present similarly. Gain insight into recognizing when to provide a referral to a patient with TOS.

By taking this course, you will gain a greater understanding of this condition, including its causes and risk factors, signs and symptoms, how it evolves as it progresses, and the prognosis for patients.

To complement your assessment knowledge, we recommend enrolling in Treating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS).

Get a comprehensive look at the defining features that make Thoracic Outlet Syndrome unique.
Dive deep into the anatomy of TOS, understanding the structures that play a crucial role in this condition.
Discover what leads to the development of TOS.
Learn to recognize the telltale signs and symptoms of TOS.
Gain the skills to effectively assess for TOS and differentiate it from other conditions that might present similarly.
Understand how TOS progresses and what patients can expect in terms of their prognosis.

UNDERSTANDING THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME

Defining TOS
General Anatomy
Common Causes
Signs & Symptoms

ASSESSING THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME

Identifying Types of TOS
Posture & Palpation
ROM & Muscle Testing
Functional Testing & Joint Mobilization
Orthopedic Testing

PROFESSIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

Ruling Out Other Nerve Conditions
Referrals
Progression

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Course Quiz
  • Amanda Miller, MA, RMT
  • Michelle Doell, BA, RMT
  • Lydia Giammartino, MMedSc, BKin, RMT
  • Julie Goldstein, MA, MPA, JD
  • Angela Molinari, BPhE, RMT

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Treatment Mastery: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)