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Rib torsion/twisted rib syndrome. how best to treat?
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Rib torsion/twisted: Is it due to a sports injury or a car accident? You should be seen by a physician for it for evaluation and treatment plan. You might need some imaging studies. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic and/or muscle relaxant meds could help. Physical therapy could help.
Answered 2/2/2017
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Surgery or OMT: The diagnosis is a difficult one to make. It can be treated by osteopathic manipulation, injection at the nerve site or surgery. This is preceded by an during a fall of car accident. I would suggest see a doctor trained in osteopathic medicine for a none surgical intervention first, .
Answered 3/24/2012
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