have been suffering with tos for 6 yrs neck and back pain for 14 yrs. have tried EVERYTHING!! got better last yr by doing exercises for 3 yrs solid but neck popped last xmas and been in servere pain since. have to lie on my arms to get to sleep so they go numb and cant feel pain. get so cold and extremely tired. is anyone else suffering like this? doctors have been of no help.
2007-10-18 02:49:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
You could try deep tissue massage. There are techniques that can help.
2007-10-18 03:09:19 · answer #1 · answered by kathy_is_a_nurse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure what Thoracic Outlet Syndrome has to do with a popped neck? You might have damaged one of the discs in your neck so suggest you seek medical help.
If you have thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), the nerves or blood vessels just below your neck are compressed, or squeezed. It can be between the muscles of your neck and shoulder or between the first rib and collarbone. You may feel burning, tingling and numbness along your arm, hand, and fingers. If a nerve is compressed, you may also feel weakness in your hand. If a vein is compressed, your hand might be sensitive to cold, or turn pale or bluish. Your arm might swell and tire easily.
TOS can be a repetitive stress injury. An extra rib, scar tissue, traumatic injury or inherited defects can also cause TOS. Treatment depends on what caused your TOS. Medicines, physical therapy and relaxation might help. Surgery may also be an option. Most people recover.
2007-10-18 13:57:08 · answer #2 · answered by gillianprowe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋