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What Does Pain Near The Rib Cage Indicate While Stretching, Turning Or Twisting?

Posted on Tue, 26 Sep 2017

Question: I have pain when pushing on my right rib cage (near the top of my rib cage), I also feel it when I turn or twist my upper body and when I arch my back. I also feel it at about the same level in my back when stretching or turning. Not a sharp pain..feels like a pulled muscle perhaps.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
muscle or ligament sprain .

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

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I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This seems more of muscle or ligament sprain likely .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Alternate application of ice pack and heating pad 3 - 4 times a day .
- Local application of analgesic spray or ointment 3 - 4 times a day .
- Analgesic tablet ibuprofen ( 400 ) mg 3 times a day after meals .

- Avoid sudden bending , stretching or weight lifting .
- Deep breathing exercises , YOGA will help early recovery .

* Follow up after 48 hours about the progress or early if more discomfort .

Hope this will help you .
Wishing you fine recovery .

Regards .

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