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What is the main reason a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome is usually one of exclusion?
What is the main reason a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome is usually one of exclusion?
- 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.
What is the most important factor when interpreting thoracic outlet tests?
What is the most important factor when interpreting thoracic outlet tests?
- 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.
Which of the following is a common symptom experienced by patients with thoracic outlet syndrome?
Which of the following is a common symptom experienced by patients with thoracic outlet syndrome?
- Burning sensation in the forearm.
- Fatigue in the shoulder. (correct)
- Numbness in the fingers.
- Severe neck pain.
Which of the following is true about the reliability of thoracic outlet syndrome tests?
Which of the following is true about the reliability of thoracic outlet syndrome tests?
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What is the main reason a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome is usually one of exclusion?
What is the main reason a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome is usually one of exclusion?
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What is the primary purpose of performing thoracic outlet tests?
What is the primary purpose of performing thoracic outlet tests?
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