[gymbeaux]

It seems like that “lack of motivation” applies to many other medical conditions as well, and people like me who actually want to and have and will commit to the “hard fix” are confused about just how “incurable” something is, and whether something like surgery really is necessary.

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome for example can typically be cured with either months of exercise and stretching, and being cognizant of one’s posture throughout the day, OR a relatively simple and quick and minimally-invasive surgery. I get why most people opt for the surgery and probably even lie to themselves by saying surgery is the only pragmatic option.

[scruple]

I've had orthopedic's tell me I needed an epidural steroid injection without even bothering with an MRI (same guy told me to, "Take it easy on the PT." despite the fact that PT and a systematic return to exercise is what got me pain free).

So I'm personally just as likely to blame the so-called specialists here. They can't bill insurance when people start taking their health into their own hands.

[gymbeaux]

I've had orthopedics (a total of 3) tell me I had Carpal Tunnel Syndrome when it was actually Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

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