Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition presenting with arm symptoms of pain, numbness, tingling and weakness. The cause is pressure in the neck against the nerves and blood vessels that go to the arm. The origin of the problem originates in the neck: especially the scalene muscles, but the symptoms manifest in the arm: usually on one side. The acupuncture treatment for TOS is to alleviate pressure, tension, pain and numbness in the arm by restoring and normalizing the flow of blood and energy in the muscles of the neck. Acupuncture can be a very effective treatment for TOS in just a few treatments, often when nothing else has helped the TOS symptoms.
Shoulder Pain; Bicep Pain; Arm Pain
I came to Monica with shoulder and bicep issues, after explaining the sensations I was having she quickly got to work. Not long after nearly all the pain was gone! I have returned for a similar service several times and am glad to report I no longer have shoulder or bicep pain.