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The Scalenes – Far Away Pain of the Hand, Arm, Shoulder, Chest

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the most misdiagnosed pain conditions.  Why, you ask?  Because of three tiny muscles in the neck called the scalenes, or more specifically, the anterior, middle, and posterior scalene muscles.  Myofascial Trigger Points (tender spots) in the scalene muscles can mimic several other pain conditions, and yet they are relatively easy to treat and control. How do the scalenes do it?  It’s pretty simple – the nerves that power the…

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