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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Although thoracic outlet syndrome cannot always be prevented, the following measures may help:
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
If physical therapy, exercises, and good posture reduce the symptoms, then the outlook is good. If symptoms do not go away, then surgery may be needed.
What are the risks to others?
Thoracic outlet syndrome is not contagious and poses no risk to others.