Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Somebody fell on top of me and when they went to get up, they used their knee in my ribcage to get up.. it been a week doc said it s. Contusion of my ribs..The pain had doubled to the point of not being able to hold my arm up to drink a glass of water breathing is almost impossible, and I m feeling a lot of aching in my back along with spasms...Could this be more serious then just bruising?? What should my next step be?
Hello, pain in the ribs after injury indicates an inflammation process, muscle spasm, or rib facture. Pain will be felt when breathing or raise your hand. This happens because of muscle contraction around the injury ribs.
You should visit doctor to take examination such as chest x-ray.
May this answer helps you. Regards.
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Causes Pain In The Ribs After An Injury?
Hello, pain in the ribs after injury indicates an inflammation process, muscle spasm, or rib facture. Pain will be felt when breathing or raise your hand. This happens because of muscle contraction around the injury ribs. You should visit doctor to take examination such as chest x-ray. May this answer helps you. Regards.