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Sun, 06/28/2009 - 00:00
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
I may finally have an answer to my pain in TOS. I'm ecstatic because after 2 years of worsening pain and no answer, I'm getting closer now. My recent EMG/NCV test was normal and the doctor, Physical Therapist and my Chiropractor all mentioned this condition at different times!
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I don't want to say congratulations, LOL, because TOS isn't a walk in the park but I am glad that you finally may have some answers after all this time. You already know about my experience with TOS but remember that most TOS is NOT like mine and doesn't require surgery. Just keep up that die hard attitude and you'll beat this.
Keep us updated, okay?
Griff
1/07 ACDF C5-T1 with hardware, ended up with more spinal cord compression causing myelopathy which affects both my legs and arms
5/07 ACDF Revision All Hardware removed and partial corpectomies done on C5-T1, about 75% of each vertebrae removed and hardware replaced. Further spinal cord damage halted.
2/08 Thoracic Outlet Syndrome surgery- Both Anterior and Median Scalene Muscles removed as well as the first rib. Scar tissue removed as well and nerves wrapped to prevent more scar tissue from forming. Lost most of the use of my right arm. Still hoping for function to return.
All this caused by a battle with a semi. Apparently the semi won.
No use dwelling on it, right?
You got it. I'm hoping surgery won't be necessary.
Hey Chronic, I'm so glad that you are finally getting some answers. It does take a huge weight off, knowing what may be the problem, doesn't it? I hope that your docs can find a good treatment plan now for you, and you can get better!
Kelly
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Anterior Foraminotomy in April 09 for:
stenosis C4/C5, protruding disc at C5/C6 with osteophyte complex, herniated disc at C6/C7
OA in neck, hip, knees
PTSD and Anxiety Disorder
**A Proud Canadian Soldier**
BUT NOT A DOCTOR!!! My thoughts are just that... my thoughts based solely on my experiences, so take them for what they're worth (and sometimes they may not be worth much)
Absolutely smiley, it's a relief to finally be heading towards a possible fix!
Just wanted to know if you've heard anything regarding the TOS diagnosis. I haven't seen anything posted and you've been on my mind as I just saw my Vascular surgeon for a follow-up
Griff
1/07 ACDF C5-T1 with hardware, ended up with more spinal cord compression causing myelopathy which affects both my legs and arms
5/07 ACDF Revision All Hardware removed and partial corpectomies done on C5-T1, about 75% of each vertebrae removed and hardware replaced. Further spinal cord damage halted.
2/08 Thoracic Outlet Syndrome surgery- Both Anterior and Median Scalene Muscles removed as well as the first rib. Scar tissue removed as well and nerves wrapped to prevent more scar tissue from forming. Lost most of the use of my right arm. Still hoping for function to return.
All this caused by a battle with a semi. Apparently the semi won.
No use dwelling on it, right?