Question 1

what can i do to help dislocated ribs heal?

Accepted Answer

Time: Becareful of the term dislocates ribs. The small rib joints (where they attach) can get sprained but rarely completely dislocate. Either way, they will take their time to heal. Occasionally therapy may be helpful for any soft tissue massages.

Question 2

i've been coughing for almost 3 weeks now, this has caused me serious pain in my rib area on both sides... could i have a rib dislocated or broken?

Accepted Answer

It's possible,but: More likely is ,you have sore muscles of the chest wall,muscle soreness,from all the coughing.Your breathing muscles contract forcefully every time you cough,and therefore,become very sore with prolonged coughing.Time to c a doc to find out why u r coughing and get treatment.

Question 3

is it possible for you to see dislocated ribs on xray?

Accepted Answer

No: Usually not. The joints are cartilage and do not show on x-ray.

Question 4

had an accident and was told i dislocated two upper ribs on the left side from the spine. it has been 30 days since injury can i fix it on my own?

Accepted Answer

Dislocated ribs: Not likely. Discuss with your team.

Question 5

can you tell me can i dislocate a rib from violently sneezing?

Accepted Answer

Possible but not --: Very common. Fractured ribs have been documented from sneezing or coughing, in people with osteoporosis.
Any concerns see your pcp for a workup to diagnose these issues for you.
Good luck.

Question 6

i dislocated my rib and i play basketball, what could i do to get them to not hurt during games?

Accepted Answer

Not playing would be: the best advice as otherwise you are reinjuring it again &amp; again. If you do have to play, then do check with your local Orthopod and Some Taping could be done to the affected area to give you some relief, which unfortunately will last only till some one bumps into that area or you hit it with your own hand or elbow.

Question 7

9th rib rt side broken and dislocated intercostal block put in not working. second block next week rib popping out of place been 4 months what to do?

Accepted Answer

Should still resolve: How did you sustain the injury? What have you done so far? PT? abdominal exercises? Google the topic and if you don't understand go see a CT (chest) surgeon for opinion. Would wait 6-24 months before considering anything invasive.

Question 8

i think i might've dislocated my rib a few weeks ago. and there was this sharp pain and then i heard a loud pop, and it stopped hurting shortly after. it looks like the bone moved along with a few other ones. and since yesterday i got this pain where my s

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: you should see an osteopathic physician who does spinal manipulation. You may have damaged the rib cage or cartilage associated with the ribs.

Question 9

should a chiropractor adjust back for dislocated rib?

Accepted Answer

Yes they can: Yes chiropractors can and do.

Question 10

my 22 year old son as pigeon chest. lately the ribs on the top seem to dislocate a d are causing him pain. i can not find any info on this type of thi?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining your son and the issue you described warrants an in-person evaluation.
Wish you and your son good health.

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I've been coughing for almost 3 weeks now, this has caused me serious pain in my rib area on both sides... could i have a rib dislocated or broken?

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Is it possible for you to see dislocated ribs on xray?

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Had an accident and was told i dislocated two upper ribs on the left side from the spine. it has been 30 days since injury can i fix it on my own?

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Can you tell me can i dislocate a rib from violently sneezing?

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I dislocated my rib and i play basketball, what could i do to get them to not hurt during games?

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9th rib rt side broken and dislocated intercostal block put in not working. second block next week rib popping out of place been 4 months what to do?

A member asked:

I think i might've dislocated my rib a few weeks ago. and there was this sharp pain and then i heard a loud pop, and it stopped hurting shortly after. it looks like the bone moved along with a few other ones. and since yesterday i got this pain where my s

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Should a chiropractor adjust back for dislocated rib?

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My 22 year old son as pigeon chest. lately the ribs on the top seem to dislocate a d are causing him pain. i can not find any info on this type of thi?

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