Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp spasm, pain between the shoulder blades can be caused by a variety of things. It can be due ...

Pectoralis minor syndrome (PMS) has been identified as a cause of chronic shoulder pain, involving compression of the brachial plexus at the thoracic outlet associated with scapulothoracic abnormal ...

Thoracic outlet syndrome, for example, often requires surgery when physical therapy hasn't helped. Pectoralis minor stretches are designed to work a chest muscle that spans the ribs and connects to ...

UAB Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy Assistant Professor Jarrad Rowse, M.D., was recently featured on UAB’s MedCast to discuss insights into thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), and ...

Discover if posture bras genuinely improve alignment or if they're just another passing wellness trend. Physical therapists ...

Most people don’t think about their posture throughout the day. Whether hunched over a phone, slouched at a desk or walking with rounded shoulders, these habits can have a profound effect on ...

Bad posture cannot cause scoliosis. However, practicing and maintaining optimal posture can help reduce pain and slow the condition’s progression. Scoliosis refers to when a person has a ...

Nassau University Medical Center announced the opening on Friday, March 7, of its new thoracic surgery clinic, which will expand specialized surgical care for patients with chest conditions ...

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For professions like nursing, serving, construction work, and many others, a significant portion of the job involves standing or being on one’s feet for extended periods. Repetitive movements ...