Prevalence of thoracic outlet syndrome among patients visiting physical therapy outpatient department of public sector Tertiary Care Hospitals, Peshawar
Keywords:
Thoracic outlet syndroem, brachial plexus, subclavian artery, subclavian veinAbstract
The indications and symptoms in the upper extremity brought on by compression of the brachial plexus, subclavian vein, and/or subclavian artery at the thoracic outlet were originally referred to as thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS). The symptoms of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS) are caused by compression of the brachial plexus roots as they travel through the thoracic outlet. The most typical symptom of thoracic outlet syndrome is neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (NTOS). The brachial plexus is compressed and irritated, which causes its symptoms.A cross-sectional study was conducted from March 2023 to June 2023 among patients visiting Physical therapy outpatient department of public sector tertiary care hospitals Peshawar. The DASH questionnaire was distributed to all patients according to inclusion criteria from different hospitals to collect data on the prevalence of thoracic outlet syndrome.The study found that the prevalence of thoracic outlet syndrome was higher in female. The prevalence was higher among female housewives (77.77%) compared to male (63%). Risk factors associated with this pain included improper posture in same position while working, long work durations, repetitive tasks, and restricted neck movements.
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