What Causes Rib Pain?
Rib pain can be caused by an impact to the area like a fall or car accident but also from repetitive moments involving bending and twisting.
Is my rib broken?
In certain cases involving a significant trauma it is possible. In that case it is best to get it examined and possibly x rayed by a doctor. In cases where there was no impact injury it is likely that the rib has become misaligned and is creating pain by putting irregular pressure on the nearby joints and nerves.
How can I be treated for rib pain?
If the rib is misaligned it is important to see a Doctor of Chiropractic. Your chiropractor through specific gentle adjustments can realign the rib and being the healing process.
How long does it take to heal?
Since the ribs sit in a cartilage pocket that holds them in place, healing time can vary but only begins once the rib is in its correct place. Cartilage is slow healing and through chiropractic adjustments can take up to six months to heal in cases where there is no reinjury.
Will it heal on its own?
Misaligned ribs very rarely fix themselves. With a high chance that if left untreated will become a chronic sprain and a lifelong lingering issue.
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