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I've got a pain in my right bottom ribs from what i assume was throwing up quite violently on the weekend. it hurts to breath and move and laugh, cough etc. i think this is a muscle injury. how long until i'm back to normal. i hate being away from the gy
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Intercostal strain: Most likely this is an intercostal muscle strain. A strain of the costochondral cartilage would be another possibility. Rest is the primary treatment for either one of these. I would recommend that you be pain-free with everyday activities for around 5 days before strenuous exercise. However, cardio training such as stationary biking and some medium-intensity walking may be tolerated now.
Answered 10/9/2015
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