Adson’s Test

To administer this exam, you must engage the patient in several movements and note their responses. Begin by having them sit in a chair, relaxed at their sides, and feet flat on the floor. Then, have them rotate their head toward one shoulder, then the other. Next, have them inhale deeply and hold their breath as they extend their neck away from the side being tested.

This assessment tool doesn't have a scoring system, but you can interpret the results by noting changes in the patient's symptoms during the exam. If there is a decrease in their symptoms, this indicates that TOS may be present.

The Adson's Test is a valuable diagnostic tool that can be used to quickly and accurately assess a patient's condition. It can help confirm or rule out TOS and track the progress of a patient's treatment plan.