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What Causes Pain In The Spine Area Radiating To The Lower Rib Cage?
Have a very sharp pains at times from just below scapula on my right side. Pain radiates from spine area to the front along bottom of rib cage. Pain I would rate 8 -9 at its worst. Take tramadol for pain and galvanic. Very uncomfortable for nearly 7 weeks
Thu, 30 May 2019
Hello,
You have this pain for 7 weeks. So you need to evaluate further with local part spine x-ray.
Your physical examination also needs to be done to check for any severe degree muscle tear if present.
According to cause specific treatment given.
You should consult a nearby orthopedic surgeon for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician
You have this pain for 7 weeks. So you need to evaluate further with local part spine x-ray.
Your physical examination also needs to be done to check for any severe degree muscle tear if present.
According to cause specific treatment given.
You should consult a nearby orthopedic surgeon for detailed evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician
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