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A member asked:
How long does it take for costochrondritis to heal? used to lift weights and 100 pushups daily, gave that up, using ice. following doctor's orders.
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Be patient: Costochondritis can take many weeks to resolve. You are moving your ribs every time you breath or move, so it is hard to truly rest that part of your body. Thus, it can take a while to improve. Continue to follow your physician's advise and get back in if you do not improve.
Answered 8/15/2014
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