Final answer:
The statement is false; CROM is usually restricted in individuals with Pancoast tumors due to the impingement on the brachial plexus and related structures causing pain and limited shoulder and arm movement.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement is false. CROM (Cervical Range of Motion) is usually restricted in individuals with Pancoast tumors. Pancoast tumors are a type of lung cancer that occurs at the top of the lung and can affect nearby structures, including the nerves leading to the arm, ribs, and vertebrae. Symptoms of a Pancoast tumor can include shoulder pain, arm pain, and muscle weakness, often leading to limited range of motion in the affected arm and shoulder.
Pancoast tumors can impinge on the brachial plexus, which is a network of nerves that send signals from your spine to your shoulder, arm, and hand. When these nerves are compressed, it can result in dysfunction that is manifest as decreased CROM. Therefore, individuals with Pancoast tumors typically present with limited cervical range of motion, rather than a normal or near normal range.