کد مقاله کد نشریه سال انتشار مقاله انگلیسی نسخه تمام متن
2619499 1135499 2014 7 صفحه PDF دانلود رایگان
عنوان انگلیسی مقاله ISI
NTOS symptoms and mobility: A case study on neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome involving massage therapy
موضوعات مرتبط
علوم پزشکی و سلامت پزشکی و دندانپزشکی طب مکمل و جایگزین
پیش نمایش صفحه اول مقاله
NTOS symptoms and mobility: A case study on neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome involving massage therapy
چکیده انگلیسی

SummaryNeurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS) is a neuromuscular condition affecting brachial plexus functionality. NTOS is characterized by paresthesia, pain, muscle fatigue, and restricted mobility in the upper extremity. This study quantified massage therapy's possible contribution to treatment of NTOS. A 24-year-old female with NTOS received eight treatments over 35 days. Treatment included myofascial release, trigger point therapy, cross fiber friction, muscle stripping, and gentle passive stretching. Abduction and lateral rotation at the glenohumeral (GH joint) assessments measured range of motion (ROM). A resisted muscle test evaluated upper extremity strength. The client rated symptoms daily via a visual analog scale (VAS). Findings showed improvement in ROM at the GH joint. VAS ratings revealed a reduction in muscle weakness, pain, numbness, and ‘paresthesia’. Results suggest massage may be useful as part of a broad approach to managing NTOS symptoms and improving mobility.

ناشر
Database: Elsevier - ScienceDirect (ساینس دایرکت)
Journal: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - Volume 18, Issue 1, January 2014, Pages 42–48
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