Chiropractic Care For Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)

Natural Relief & Restored Mobility

A specific chiropractic adjustment by Dr. Eugene van Niekerk for a client's lower neck.

At Broadmoor Chiropractic Massage Naturopathy, your trusted chiropractor in Richmond BC, we have a special interest in natural, personalized care for a variety of conditions, including thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS). While many seek chiropractic care for sciatica, lower back or neck pain, our holistic approach also offers relief from nerve and/or fluid compression disorders like TOS that can disrupt your comfort, circulation, and mobility.

What Is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)?

TOS occurs when nerves or blood vessels are compressed between the collarbone and the first rib. This can cause symptoms such as:

• Shoulder, arm, or hand pain, tingling or numbness

• Muscle weakness or fatigue

• Poor circulation in the affected limb

Often caused by poor posture, repetitive motion (like typing, lifting or breastfeeding), or past injuries, TOS can make everyday activities feel frustrating or painful.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

As a leading chiropractor Richmond clinic, we take a full-body, nervous system-centered approach to care. Chiropractic adjustments are effective in caring for people with TOS by:

1. Realigning the spine and shoulders

Misalignments in the neck and upper back, as well as the ribs and arm can shrink the thoracic outlet space. Our gentle techniques, such as Gonstead, Diversified, and Activator Methods, restore alignment and posture, creating space and movement to help relieve pressure on nerves and blood vessels.

2. Easing muscle tension

Tight muscles around the neck and chest (like the scalenes or pectorals) often contribute to TOS. Richmond chiropractic care helps reduce tension and inflammation, creating more space for nerves to function properly.

3. Supporting natural healing

Because the nervous system controls every function in the body, improving spinal alignment helps restore proper communication between the brain and body, promoting faster healing and better mobility.

Personalized Care for Office Workers, Athletes and Breastfeeding Parents

Whether your TOS stems from hours at a desk or an active lifestyle, our chiropractor Richmond, BC team tailors your care to your lifestyle. We support recovery through:

• Postural and ergonomic guidance

• Targeted adjustments

• Stretching and mobility strategies

• Nervous system support for long-term relief

Many of our patients report improved movement, reduced symptoms, and enhanced energy after regular care.

Experience Lasting relief with Chiropractic Care for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) at Broadmoor Chiropractic Massage Naturopathy

We believe healing starts with understanding the root cause. If you’re experiencing the discomfort of thoracic outlet syndrome, our Richmond chiropractic team is here to help with compassionate, expert care designed to restore your body’s natural balance.

📍 Proudly serving the Richmond, BC community, we’re your partner in whole-body wellness, from office work to sports recovery and beyond.

Ready to find relief? Schedule your appointment with a trusted chiropractor Richmond residents count on.

Further resources:

• What Is Chronic Pain? (Chiros Hub): Learn how persistent nerve irritation from conditions like TOS can create chronic pain patterns, and how chiropractic care helps retrain the nervous system for better resilience.

• The Effects of a Chiropractic Adjustment (Chiros Hub): Discover how adjustments may improve neuromuscular control, posture, and proprioception, key factors in relieving pressure on the thoracic outlet.

• Evidence-Based Practice in Chiropractic (Chiros Hub): See how modern chiropractic care integrates clinical experience, research, and individualized treatment to manage complex nerve conditions like TOS.