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Could An Old Rib Fracture Be Causing Periodical Pains?
I have a spot on the left side front just below an old rib fracture that periodically pains me if I am leaning over for a long time, like when sewing or working on something, or sleep tightly balled up with my knees drawn up. Is it possible that I have a bony protusion from that old injury that is causing the pain? When I straighten up or walk around, even exercise, it does not bother me.
Mon, 23 Jan 2017
Hi,
In my opinion your old fracture could exaggerate in a kind of manner showing nerve compression symptoms given in your history and released when you straighten your body during exercises. For now i suggest you avoid bad postures, avoid heavy lifting and vigorous movements, hot massages with topical muscle relaxants, painkiller only when needed will be effective for your case. Please consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful.
Hope the above information helps you. Any further clarifications feel free to ask.
Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
In my opinion your old fracture could exaggerate in a kind of manner showing nerve compression symptoms given in your history and released when you straighten your body during exercises. For now i suggest you avoid bad postures, avoid heavy lifting and vigorous movements, hot massages with topical muscle relaxants, painkiller only when needed will be effective for your case. Please consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful.
Hope the above information helps you. Any further clarifications feel free to ask.
Regards,
Dr. Ahmed Aly Hassan
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