Long Thoracic Nerve Pain and Shoulder Dysfunction
Injury to the long thoracic nerve can cause shoulder blade instability, weakness, and chronic upper back pain. This nerve travels through the thoracic inlet, where it may become compressed due to muscle tightness or spinal misalignment. The internal thoracic artery also runs in this region, making circulation issues possible. SCC Waxahachie provides comprehensive spine evaluations to identify nerve compression and thoracic inlet dysfunction. Through physical therapy and spinal rehabilitation, patients can regain shoulder stability and nerve function.