A member asked:

I have had shoulder pain and rib pain for about 6 months. losing mobility of my arm. hurts ribcage when i breathe. no break in ribs, 3 were displaced.

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

Specializes in Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Complicated: If you have lingering displaced upper ribs, you may have something called thoracic outlet syndrome. Easy to test on physical exam, have your pcp or sports med doc examine. If no one has checked your cervical spine, make sure that has been checked out also to rule out radiculopathy. You might also consider manipulation by a chiropractor or do for the displaced ribs. Hope that helps, best of luck!

Answered 9/1/2013

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