Thoracic outlet syndrome in musicians - an approach to treatment.
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can affect the skill of instrumental musicians. This paper details the way in which symptomatic TOS affects the musician and describes two cases of symptomatic TOS in a drummer and a violinist. Evaluation tools and treatment techniques are described.
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Performing Arts Clinic, Department of Rehabilitation Services, 850 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02147, USA.
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