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What Causes Pain In Breast, Sternum After Physiotherapist Pressed Hard On Spine?

Hi, 2 weeks ago I injured my back and neck, I went to see a physical therapist and she pressed hard on my spine (thoracic) that felt painful. A few hours later I started having pain in the thorax, then the following day a burning sentation in mi entire left breast and sternum, it is slowly getting better but I noticed a hard painful lump, any idea what it can be? can she have injured rib or sternum from pressing on my spine?
posted on Thu, 12 Jun 2014
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It can be due to some minor contusions developed following physiotherapy. Nothing much to worry as it will respond well with supportive measures. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for symptomatic relief. If pain persists, better to consult a physician and get evaluated.

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What Causes Pain In Breast, Sternum After Physiotherapist Pressed Hard On Spine?

Hello, It can be due to some minor contusions developed following physiotherapy. Nothing much to worry as it will respond well with supportive measures. As of now you can take analgesics like ibuprofen or Diclofenac for symptomatic relief. If pain persists, better to consult a physician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.