If you are suffering from thoracic outlet syndrome after an auto collision, you're not alone. Dr. John Nowak sees this type of problem very often in our South Buffalo office. Let's look at why thoracic outlet syndrome is commonly experienced after an auto injury and see how your chiropractor can help you heal.
The thoracic outlet is a bundle of blood vessels and nerves that travel through your neck and shoulder to your arm. These vessels don't have a lot of space, so they pass under and between the strong bands of muscles that support your head.
In a collision, these muscle groups can be stretched and strained. If damaged, the muscles become swollen and tender, and they can develop scar tissue which limits motion 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.
South Buffalo Thoracic Outlet Treatment
Chiropractic can be an effective way to treat thoracic outlet syndrome, as Dr. John Nowak will help improve mobility in your spine and restore normal nerve function in your neck and shoulder.
Dr. John Nowak has been helping patients in South Buffalo since 1981, so we know what you're suffering from. We're here to help you, too. The first step is to get an accurate diagnosis to determine what's causing your symptoms and then we will determine an appropriate treatment plan of action. Give our office a call today at (716) 825-4121 to make an appointment.
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