Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Car Accidents

We treat many car accident cases in in our New York office, and a widespread symptom we see in our patients is thoracic outlet syndrome. Your chiropractor can be very helpful for thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms after a crash. Let's see what causes thoracic outlet syndrome and why chiropractic works.

The thoracic outlet is a bundle of nerves and blood vessels that pass through your neck and shoulder to your arm. These vessels don't have a lot of space, so they travel underneath and between the strong bands of muscles that support your head.

In a crash, these muscles can be stretched and strained. If damaged, the muscles become swollen and tender, and they can develop scar tissue which restricts movement and puts pressure on the tissues of the thoracic outlet. Pressure on the nerves can cause tingling or numbness in the shoulder, elbow and even the hand. Pressure on the blood vessels can also cause problems in the arm.

New York Thoracic Outlet Treatment

Chiropractic can be an effective way to treat thoracic outlet syndrome, as Frank J. Valente, DC, PC will help improve mobility in your spine and restore normal nerve function in your neck and shoulder.

Frank J. Valente, DC, PC is here in New York to help you recover from thoracic outlet syndrome. We've been helping patients since 2007 and we can probably help you, too. Frank J. Valente, DC, PC will first determine what's causing your pain and then work to restore your body to its natural functioning. Call us today at (917) 338-7917 if you have questions or would like to make an appointment.