Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Tests

Neurogenic signs are common in thoracic outlet syndrome.

The tests for thoracic outlet syndrome have high reliability.

There is a poor correlation between vascular signs and neurological involvement. (correct)

The patient's symptoms are rarely reproduced during testing.

Finding the pulse before positioning the patient's arm or cervical spine.

Ensuring the test has high reliability.

Reproducing the patient's specific symptoms. (correct)

Diminishing the pulse during the test.

Burning sensation in the forearm.

Fatigue in the shoulder. (correct)

Numbness in the fingers.

Severe neck pain.

<p>The tests have low reliability and are not considered accurate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thoracic outlet syndrome is difficult to diagnose definitively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To diagnose the presence of thoracic outlet syndrome.</p> Signup and view all the answers