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What can cause stiffness and pain below the ribs that then spread through the trunk during vigorous exercise?

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Abdominal muscle: either abdominal muscles, or pinched nerve in the thoracic spine or rib cage.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 11/19/2014

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