A member asked:

Spill on my mountain bike. upper right arm was next to my side rib cage. i have pain under right breast & shoulder blade. no bruising.?

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Dr. Mitchell Cohn answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Rib dysfunction?: Sounds like the common presentation for a rib dysfunction, ie the rib gets 'knocked out of whack'. This problem often presents with pain (often sharp or severely achy & worse with deep inhalation or exhalation.) it's easily treatable by osteopathic manipulation, if it is the cause. A proper history & physical exam, including an osteopathic hands-on exam might be able to determine the exact cause.

Answered 10/7/2015

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Dr. Michelle Gordon answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Sprain: It sounds like a sprain. Be sure to practice range of motion, and see your doctor if the pain intensifies, especially after more than 3 days.

Answered 5/8/2016

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