How Can I Deal With Calcification On My Rib Cage In The Back That Leads To Sleeping Problems While Trying To Travel?

Posted on Tue, 12 Jan 2021

Question: I have calcification on my rib cage in the back. As a result, I have to use a temprapetic mattress topper because of pain when I lie down. It is a problem when I travel. Is there a way to get rid of it?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Calcification rib cage

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Calcium deposits, especially at the joints, can affect the range of movement and cause considerable pain. Treatment is mainly through NSAIDs, pain medication and applying ice packs. If the pain persists then surgical correction may be required.

If you do not have renal dysfunction or other contraindication that prevents NSAID intake then you should probably consider taking them to see for empirical improvement and to avoid invasive procedures.

Since chiropractic therapy isn't helping, you may try prescription based muscle relaxants like Tizanidine, Pregabalin or Gabapentin and Tramadol along with over the counter mild killer like Acetaminophen. They are not nephrotoxic and can be advised in kidney disease, safely.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Let me know if you have any query

Dr. M.S. Khalil

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee