The thoracic outlet syndrome is a compression of nerves and/or blood vessels between the collarbone and the rib cage.

Symptoms:                                                             

• Pain in the neck and shoulder
• Tingling of the fingers
• Weak grip

Causes:

• Extra cervical rib
• An abnormal tight band between vertebra and rib
• Injury or overuse in that area

Treatment:

• Massage of the surrounding muscles
• Physiotherapy to strengthen the shoulder muscles
• Surgery if no improvement of symptoms