What’s the Difference Between Thoracic Outlet and Carpal Tunnel Syndromes?

What causes Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) and how does it differ from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)? The “thoracic outlet” is an area located at the bottom of the neck, top of the shoulder, behind the collar bone.  Nerves and blood vessels run behind the collar bone. If the nerves and/or blood vessels are pressed on… Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Thoracic Outlet and Carpal Tunnel Syndromes?

How Can You Get Rid Of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Naturally

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is often mistaken for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. In both cases, there is pressure on nerves that cause symptoms like pain, numbness or uncomfortable sensations. If there is numbness or tingling in your hands, the brain can’t tell where it’s coming from.  The “pinch” on the nerve can be anywhere on the… Continue reading How Can You Get Rid Of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Naturally

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) have lots of things in common. One thing is they are both syndromes. A syndrome is a bunch of symptoms.  Symptoms are things like numbness or pain or headaches. Some of the symptoms of CTS & TOS are similar. In fact, TOS is often mistaken and… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Can Be Caused By Asthma

Did you ever guess asthma or other breathing difficulties could cause your carpal tunnel symptoms?  Sure it can. How? You have a muscle called the diaphragm which basically divides your body into two pieces.  It is below your lungs and is used for breathing.  Sometimes, for one reason or another, we stop using the diaphragm… Continue reading Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Can Be Caused By Asthma