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A member asked:

If i do the "hands up" test for thoracic outlet syndrome and my opposite hand turns white and pulses and tingles.. what does that mean ?

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May have TOS: On the surface, you describe potential compression of blood vessels and nerves over the lower brachial plexus. This could be consistent with thoracic outlet, but could merely represent a transient compression due to a relatively small area over your shoulder/chest region. If you are concerned have your doctor assess this.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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