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A member asked:

If i play tennis once and get an overuse injury can it cause the thoracic outlet syndrome or are you born with it?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Thoracic outlet syndrome is generally not an 'overuse' injury but can symptoms can be initiated by athletic or work endeavors , etc.In my orthopedic practice TOS is most often caused by a 'cervical rib' or other anatomic variant.See an experienced ORS for examination, Xrays, . Best of Luck!!

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Answered 5/11/2016

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