Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) Treatment in Mississauga
Misdiagnosed with Carpal Tunnel? If your whole arm is going numb, the "pinch" is likely in your neck or chest. We provide clinical TOS physiotherapy and advanced nerve entrapment relief to decompress the thoracic outlet, restore feeling, and stop the pain.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) Treatment in Mississauga
Misdiagnosed with Carpal Tunnel? If your whole arm is going numb, the "pinch" is likely in your neck or chest. We provide clinical TOS physiotherapy and advanced nerve entrapment relief to decompress the thoracic outlet, restore feeling, and stop the pain.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) Treatment in Mississauga
Misdiagnosed with Carpal Tunnel? If your whole arm is going numb, the "pinch" is likely in your neck or chest. We provide clinical TOS physiotherapy and advanced nerve entrapment relief to decompress the thoracic outlet, restore feeling, and stop the pain.
Introduction
Introduction
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)?
The "thoracic outlet" is the narrow, crowded space located between your lower neck, your collarbone (clavicle), and your first rib. A major bundle of nerves (the brachial plexus) and blood vessels must pass through this tight space to supply your shoulder, arm, and hand.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) occurs when these critical nerves or vessels become compressed, trapped, or irritated within this space.
There are three types of TOS, but Neurogenic TOS (compression of the nerves) accounts for over 95% of all cases we see in our clinic. It is almost always driven by poor posture, forward head carriage, or trauma like whiplash.
Symptoms
Symptoms
Is it Carpal Tunnel or Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
TOS is one of the most frequently misdiagnosed conditions in healthcare. Patients are often told they have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome because their hands are numb, but wrist splints and hand exercises do nothing because the entrapment is happening near the collarbone.
You need clinical TOS Physiotherapy if you are experiencing:
The "Dead Arm" Feeling:
The "Dead Arm" Feeling:
The "Dead Arm" Feeling:
Your entire arm feels heavy, weak, or fatigued very quickly when working overhead (like doing your hair or reaching into a cabinet).
Your entire arm feels heavy, weak, or fatigued very quickly when working overhead (like doing your hair or reaching into a cabinet).
Your entire arm feels heavy, weak, or fatigued very quickly when working overhead (like doing your hair or reaching into a cabinet).
Global Numbness:
Global Numbness:
Global Numbness:
Tingling or "pins and needles" that travel down the entire arm and into the fingers (most commonly the ring and pinky fingers).
Tingling or "pins and needles" that travel down the entire arm and into the fingers (most commonly the ring and pinky fingers).
Tingling or "pins and needles" that travel down the entire arm and into the fingers (most commonly the ring and pinky fingers).
Cold Hands:
Cold Hands:
Cold Hands:
Your hand or fingers feel noticeably colder than the rest of your body, or change color, due to compromised blood flow.
Your hand or fingers feel noticeably colder than the rest of your body, or change color, due to compromised blood flow.
Collarbone & Base of Neck Pain:
Collarbone & Base of Neck Pain:
Collarbone & Base of Neck Pain:
A deep, burning ache where your neck meets your shoulder.
A deep, burning ache where your neck meets your shoulder.
Waking Up Numb:
Waking Up Numb:
Waking Up Numb:
You frequently wake up in the middle of the night needing to "shake out" a completely numb, tingling arm.
You frequently wake up in the middle of the night needing to "shake out" a completely numb, tingling arm.
Our Process
Our Process
Our Protocol for Nerve Entrapment Relief
Nerve compression is a mechanical problem that requires a mechanical solution. Basic stretching often irritates an already angry nerve. At Redux Movement, our Registered Physiotherapists and Rehab Therapists use a highly specific protocol to systematically open the thoracic outlet.
Nerve compression is a mechanical problem that requires a mechanical solution. Basic stretching often irritates an already angry nerve. At Redux Movement, our Registered Physiotherapists and Rehab Therapists use a highly specific protocol to systematically open the thoracic outlet.
Nerve compression is a mechanical problem that requires a mechanical solution. Basic stretching often irritates an already angry nerve. At Redux Movement, our Registered Physiotherapists and Rehab Therapists use a highly specific protocol to systematically open the thoracic outlet.
Step 1: Releasing the "Pinch Points"
The nerves are usually trapped by two specific, hypertonic muscles: the Scalenes (in the neck) or the Pectoralis Minor (in the chest). We use RAPID Neurofascial Reset and advanced manual therapy to forcefully release these muscles, instantly creating more space for the nerves to breathe.
Step 1: Releasing the "Pinch Points"
The nerves are usually trapped by two specific, hypertonic muscles: the Scalenes (in the neck) or the Pectoralis Minor (in the chest). We use RAPID Neurofascial Reset and advanced manual therapy to forcefully release these muscles, instantly creating more space for the nerves to breathe.
Step 2: Nerve Gliding (Neuromobilization)
Once the severe inflammation is controlled, we must physically break the fibrotic tissue in the joint capsule.
RAPID Neurofascial Reset: We use active, high-tension release techniques to separate the "glued" tissue surrounding the rotator cuff and joint capsule.
Advanced Joint Mobilization: Our Registered Physiotherapists apply specific, graded glides to the glenohumeral joint to stretch the contracted capsule mechanically.
Step 2: Nerve Gliding (Neuromobilization)
Once the severe inflammation is controlled, we must physically break the fibrotic tissue in the joint capsule.
RAPID Neurofascial Reset: We use active, high-tension release techniques to separate the "glued" tissue surrounding the rotator cuff and joint capsule.
Advanced Joint Mobilization: Our Registered Physiotherapists apply specific, graded glides to the glenohumeral joint to stretch the contracted capsule mechanically.
Step 3: Scapular Stabilization & Breathing Mechanics
To prevent the TOS from returning, we must fix the root cause. We train you to shift away from "chest breathing" (which constantly elevates the first rib and traps the nerve) to diaphragmatic breathing. We then strengthen your lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles to pull your shoulder blades down and back, keeping the thoracic outlet permanently open.
Step 3: Scapular Stabilization & Breathing Mechanics
To prevent the TOS from returning, we must fix the root cause. We train you to shift away from "chest breathing" (which constantly elevates the first rib and traps the nerve) to diaphragmatic breathing. We then strengthen your lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles to pull your shoulder blades down and back, keeping the thoracic outlet permanently open.
Why Trust Us?
Trusted TOS Specialists in Mississauga
With years of experience and proven success, our collaborative team prioritizes your comfort, safety, and lasting recovery.
300+
Google Reviews
5.0
Average Rating
Certified
Clinically proven
Certified & Trusted Care
➢ Registered Physiotherapists: Experts in orthopedic diagnosis and spinal mechanics
➢ Medical Acupuncture Providers: Graduates of the McMaster University Program
➢ Advanced Rehab Therapists: Hundreds of hours in neurofascial release
Results from Day One
➢ Most patients feel nerve pain relief from the very first visit
➢ Clear discharge policy: we treat, then release when you’re pain-free
Diverse Patient Experience
➢ From high-performing athletes to common office workers, laborers, prenatal/postpartum, post-surgical, and pre-surgery rehab
Proven Track Record
➢ 500+ patients successfully treated and discharged
➢ Helped many avoid orthopedic surgeries (rotator cuff, knee replacements, hip replacements)
Why Trust Us?
Trusted TOS Specialists in Mississauga
With years of experience and proven success, our collaborative team prioritizes your comfort, safety, and lasting recovery.
300+
Google Reviews
5.0
Average Rating
Certified
Clinically proven
Certified & Trusted Care
➢ Registered Physiotherapists: Experts in orthopedic diagnosis and spinal mechanics
➢ Medical Acupuncture Providers: Graduates of the McMaster University Program
➢ Advanced Rehab Therapists: Hundreds of hours in neurofascial release
Results from Day One
➢ Most patients feel nerve pain relief from the very first visit
➢ Clear discharge policy: we treat, then release when you’re pain-free
Diverse Patient Experience
➢ From high-performing athletes to common office workers, laborers, prenatal/postpartum, post-surgical, and pre-surgery rehab
Proven Track Record
➢ 500+ patients successfully treated and discharged
➢ Helped many avoid orthopedic surgeries (rotator cuff, knee replacements, hip replacements)
Why Trust Us?
Trusted TOS Specialists in Mississauga
With years of experience and proven success, our collaborative team prioritizes your comfort, safety, and lasting recovery.
300+
Google Reviews
5.0
Average Rating
Certified
Clinically proven
Certified & Trusted Care
➢ Registered Physiotherapists: Experts in orthopedic diagnosis and spinal mechanics
➢ Medical Acupuncture Providers: Graduates of the McMaster University Program
➢ Advanced Rehab Therapists: Hundreds of hours in neurofascial release
Results from Day One
➢ Most patients feel nerve pain relief from the very first visit
➢ Clear discharge policy: we treat, then release when you’re pain-free
Diverse Patient Experience
➢ From high-performing athletes to common office workers, laborers, prenatal/postpartum, post-surgical, and pre-surgery rehab
Proven Track Record
➢ 500+ patients successfully treated and discharged
➢ Helped many avoid orthopedic surgeries (rotator cuff, knee replacements, hip replacements)
Pricing
Transparent Clinic Pricing
All services are provided by Registered Physiotherapists or Rehab Therapists (RMTs) and are eligible for coverage under benefit plans.
Physiotherapy Services
$125
incl. tax
Initial Physiotherapy Assessment (60 Mins)
Diagnosis & Treatment with Registered Physiotherapist.
Book Your Assessment
Rehab Services (RMT)
$135
incl. tax
Initial Rehab Assessment (60 Minutes)
Thorough initial assessment with our Rehab Therapist.
Book Your Assessment
$115
incl. tax
Rehab Follow-Up (45 Minutes)
In-depth 45-min treatment with your Rehab Therapist.
Book Now
Pricing
Transparent Clinic Pricing
All services are provided by Registered Physiotherapists or Rehab Therapists (RMTs) and are eligible for coverage under benefit plans.
Physiotherapy Services
$125
incl. tax
Initial Physiotherapy Assessment (60 Mins)
Diagnosis & Treatment with Registered Physiotherapist.
Book Your Assessment
Rehab Services (RMT)
$135
incl. tax
Initial Rehab Assessment (60 Minutes)
Thorough initial assessment with our Rehab Therapist.
Book Your Assessment
$115
incl. tax
Rehab Follow-Up (45 Minutes)
In-depth 45-min treatment with your Rehab Therapist.
Book Now
Pricing
Transparent Clinic Pricing
All services are provided by Registered Physiotherapists or Rehab Therapists (RMTs) and are eligible for coverage under benefit plans.
Physiotherapy Services
$125
incl. tax
Initial Physiotherapy Assessment (60 Mins)
Diagnosis & Treatment with Registered Physiotherapist.
Book Your Assessment
Rehab Services (RMT)
$135
incl. tax
Initial Rehab Assessment (60 Minutes)
Thorough initial assessment with our Rehab Therapist.
Book Your Assessment
$115
incl. tax
Rehab Follow-Up (45 Minutes)
In-depth 45-min treatment with your Rehab Therapist.
Book Now
FAQs About TOS
FAQs About TOS
Quick answers to our most queried questions.
Quick answers to our most queried questions.
Can massage therapy cure Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Can TOS be cured without surgery?
Why does my arm go numb when I sleep?
How long does it take for nerve damage to heal?
Can massage therapy cure Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Can TOS be cured without surgery?
Why does my arm go numb when I sleep?
How long does it take for nerve damage to heal?
Can massage therapy cure Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Can TOS be cured without surgery?
Why does my arm go numb when I sleep?
How long does it take for nerve damage to heal?
Stop Shaking Out Your Numb Hands.
Don't let a misdiagnosis lead to unnecessary wrist treatments. Get an accurate clinical assessment of your neck and shoulder to find the true source of your nerve entrapment.
Call or Text: (647) 745-4392
Stop Shaking Out Your Numb Hands.
Don't let a misdiagnosis lead to unnecessary wrist treatments. Get an accurate clinical assessment of your neck and shoulder to find the true source of your nerve entrapment.
Call or Text: (647) 745-4392
Stop Shaking Out Your Numb Hands.
Don't let a misdiagnosis lead to unnecessary wrist treatments. Get an accurate clinical assessment of your neck and shoulder to find the true source of your nerve entrapment.
Call or Text: (647) 745-4392