Upper Limb Talk Flashcards
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
• What is it?
◦ Group of disorders that occur when blood vessels and nerves in the space between the collarbone and first rib are compressed.
(TOS) Prevalence
◦ More common in Females than males
◦ Most common in young adults 20-40
Trigger Finger (stenosing tenosynovitis) • What is it?
◦ Condition in which one of your fingers gets stuck in a bent position
◦ Inflammation narrows the space within the sheath that surrounds the tendon
◦ Finger stiffness occurs in the morning
Trigger Finger
• Prevalence
◦ Most common in women and usually develops at ages 50-60
Trigger Finger
• Risk Factors
◦ An occupation that involves repetitive hand use and prolonged gripping may increase your risk of trigger finger
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
• What is it?
◦ Group of muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder in place which allow for movement freely.
◦ RCT is when part of the Rotator cuff is damaged or irritated which can cause issues within the shoulder
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
• Prevalence
Rotator cuff tears are most common in people older than 40 - 60.
◦ Men are more likely to get RCT than women
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
• Prevalence
◦ Rotator cuff tears are most common in people older than 40 - 60.
◦ Men are more likely to get RCT than women
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• What is it?
◦ Compression of the median nerve
◦ The median nerve runs through the forearm through a passageway in the wrist (carpal tunnel) to your hand, These nerves supply the fingers for movement and muscle control
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Prevalence
◦ More common in women than men
◦ Affects people between 40-60 years old
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Risk Factors
◦ Working with vibrating tools and repetitive flexion of the wrist can create harmful pressure on the median nerve
