Suggest Treatment For Pain In Lower Ribs And Muscles

Posted on Mon, 16 Feb 2015

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Mon, 16 Feb 2015 Answered on

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Question : I felt a pop on my left side and my lower ribs and the muscle right below it hurt. I took some ibuprofen and iced the area. This was about 10 hours ago

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Muscle sprain likely.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pop that you felt in the chest wall is likely to be due to a muscle sprain. This usually subsides with rest and a hot compress with mild pain killers in 5-7 days. You can avoid the overhead movements and get a muscle relaxant prescribed from your physician in case the pain is persistent or is severe.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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