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I was hanging my body on the bar and later i felt that the right side of my lower ribs in specific region became swollen and painful when i press.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Sprain: It appears that you have sprained your rib cage from hanging on the bar. Apply cold pack for a couple of days (20 minutes at a time) +/-NSAID to see if this helps. If problem persists > 2 wks or worsens , see doctor.

Answered 7/31/2016

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