Mechanically loaded nerve gliding for thoracic outlet syndrome
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a physical therapy technique called mechanically loaded neuro-dynamics for people with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, a condition where nerves or blood vessels in the neck/shoulder area are compressed. It may help reduce pain and improve function.
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Who can take part
- You must be diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome by a neurosurgeon.
- You must be between 23 and 38 years old (average 30.8 ± 7.4).
- You must have a body mass index (BMI) of approximately 19.5 ± 2.8.
- You must not have any of the exclusion conditions listed (e.g., head injury, stroke, epilepsy, mental disorders, cardiovascular disease, pacemaker, cochlear implant, pregnancy, cancer, inflammatory disease, myelopathy, degenerative cervical spine changes, peripheral neuropathy, or COVID-19 symptoms).
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