Rib Pain
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Rib Pain
We can help provide relief from those grappling with rib pain or tightness. Our specialists meticulously examine strains (from a cough, cold or whiplash, for instance), misalignments, or musculoskeletal imbalances. We employ hands-on methods to ease tension and restore flexibility within the rib cage. We help to rectify rib alignment, and enhance overall ease, allowing individuals to breathe and move more freely, unencumbered by rib-related pain in your torso.
Facts & figures about Rib Pain
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Rib pain can result from costochondritis, an inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone, causing sharp chest pain.
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Rib bruising, often caused by trauma or severe coughing, can lead to rib pain and difficulty breathing.
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Intercostal muscle strain, resulting from overuse or sudden movements, can cause pain in the muscles between the ribs.
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Rib pain can occur when the quadratus lumborum (QL) muscle, located in the lower back, becomes tight or strained, leading to referred pain in the rib area.
