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. 1986 Nov;45(11):916–920. doi: 10.1136/ard.45.11.916

The costoclavicular syndrome: a 'new cause'.

M De Silva
PMCID: PMC1002019  PMID: 3789827

Abstract

Costoclavicular compression in obese, heavy breasted, middle aged or elderly women from tight, narrow brassiere straps is a common cause of neck, shoulder, and arm pain. Clues to diagnosis and simple treatment measures, including the use of a shoulder pad, are described.

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