Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is an often poorly understood condition. It’s so poorly understood, in fact, that some even question its existence!A 2014 Cochrane review begins with the statement, “Thoracic outlet syndrome is one of…
What makes an elbow injury complex?Is it the number of structures involved in the injury? The severity of the damage? Or is it the amount of clinical reasoning required to appropriately treat the injury?Although various…
Athletes from a range of sports are routinely referred for rehabilitation following upper extremity injuries and surgeries. Regardless of the age or performance level of an athlete, injuries— especially those requiring surgery—can be devastating in…
In a previous article, we looked at the role of the scapula and the ways in which its anatomy allows for complex movements. This time around, we’re going to dive deeper into a specific type…
The scapula is a remarkable structure. It allows humans to do everything from shrugging to communicate uncertainty to throwing a 90-mph fastball. Because of the scapula’s complexity, it is also prone to dysfunction, sidelining athletes…
