TOS

Question 1

How do you check vascular

Answer 1

Pulse, capillary refill

Question 2

TOS symptoms

Answer 2

Glove/sleeve paresthesia (non-segmental)
Intermittent or short duration
Possible weakness
Cold and swelling
Increased by: raising arms, sleeping, poor posture

Question 3

Ischemia

Answer 3

Lack of blood flow to area

Question 4

TOS scan findings: observation

Answer 4

FHP
Possible UE discoloration

Question 5

TOS scan: a/prom

Answer 5

Possible upper thoracic restriction

Question 6

TOS scan: resisted or MMT

Answer 6

Decreased strength/endurance in posterior shoulder/scap muscles w/FHP

Question 7

TOS scan: neuro tests

Answer 7

Derms, DTR’s, and myo = WNL
Hypoactivity: non-segmental
Dural: (+)

Question 8

Neurodynamic tension restriction

Answer 8

Due to decreased elasticity and sensitivity w/ age or inflammation from acuity

Question 9

Neurodynamic tension restriction: Rx

Answer 9

POLICED
Motion w/o resistance or symptoms
No neural mobilizations

Question 10

Neural adhesion presentation

Answer 10

If reproduced from one end and held then relieved from other end.

Question 11

FHP and musculoskeletal issues

Answer 11

Reduced circulation, compressed diaphragm, decreased anti-gravity action of stabilizing mm., T1-6 jt hypomobility,

Question 12

“Tent” borders

Answer 12

Walls: anterior and middle scalene
Floor: rib 1
Contents: brachial plexus and subclavian artery