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Review
. 2011 Sep;21(3):366-73.
doi: 10.1007/s10926-010-9278-9.

Thoracic outlet syndrome: definition, aetiological factors, diagnosis, management and occupational impact

Jacky Laulan  1 , Bernard Fouquet, Camille Rodaix, Penelope Jauffret, Yves Roquelaure, Alexis Descatha
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Review

Thoracic outlet syndrome: definition, aetiological factors, diagnosis, management and occupational impact

Jacky Laulan et al. J Occup Rehabil. 2011 Sep.

Abstract

Introduction: Thoracic outlet syndrome is a controversial cause of neck and shoulder pain due to complex mechanisms involving muscular dysfunction and nerve compression. Although management of thoracic outlet syndrome must be based on a multidisciplinary approach, physicians and occupational therapist should be familiar with the principles of diagnosis and treatment.

Method, results and conclusion: The purpose of this article is to review the definitions, diagnosis and management of this syndrome. A particular emphasis was described on the links between the workplace and the individual in the pathogenesis, prevalence in the workforce and the course of this disease.

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