I am a weigtlifter that plays several sports (football, volleyball, tennis etc). I have had a pain in between two of my ribs on my right side for about 2 years now and it affects my breathing and also my posture (only when the pain occurs).
Is it definately intercostal muscle?
And what can I do to get rid of it?
Is it definately intercostal muscle?
And what can I do to get rid of it?
You really need to see a medical doctor and find out exactly what is wrong, it's possible that you have a broken bone besides the muscle pain. For now place a moist heating pad on the rib cage area of pain for twenty minutes three times daily. This will help relax the muscles. Dehydration can cause severe pain in the muscles. I recommend you drink purified water mixed with Mineral Water 50/50. This will replace the minerals that are exiting your body continuously. You must drink beyond your thirst to get the benefits of hydration and the real key is the Mineral Water.I suggest that adults and children drink 40 ounces of water per 100 pounds of body weight every day. Realize that exercise, ambient temperature, and state of health affect the water needs of your body. 500mg of calcium and magnesium, taken twice daily, can help with diminishing the pain. Advil liqui capsules work very quickly on pain. Take them four times daily. Source(s): Retired doctor of Naturopathic medicine http://www.cherokeebillie.com/Articles_....
ReplyDeleteMuscle pain; Myalgia; Pain - musclesConsiderationsMuscle pain is most frequently related to tension, overuse, or muscle injury from exercise or physically-demanding work. In these situations, the pain tends to involve specific muscles and starts during or just after the activity. It is usually obvious which activity is causing the pain.Muscle pain also can be a sign of conditions affecting your whole body, like some infections (including the flu) and disorders that affect connective tissues throughout the body (such as lupus).One common cause of muscle aches and pain is fibromyalgia, a condition that includes tenderness in your muscles and surrounding soft tissue, sleep difficulties, fatigue, and headaches.Common CausesThe most common causes are:Injury or trauma including sprains and strainsOveruse: using a muscle too much, too soon, too oftenTension or stressFor muscle pain from overuse or injury, rest that body part and take acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Apply ice for the first 24 - 72 hours of an injury to reduce pain and inflammation. After that, heat often feels more soothing.Muscle aches from overuse and fibromyalgia often respond well to massage. Gentle stretching exercises after a long rest period are also helpful.Regular exercise can help restore proper muscle tone. Walking, cycling, and swimming are good aerobic activities to try. A physical therapist can teach you stretching, toning, and aerobic exercises to feel better and stay pain-free. Begin slowly and increase workouts gradually. Avoid high-impact aerobic activities and weight lifting when injured or while in pain.Be sure to get plenty of sleep and try to reduce stress. Yoga and meditation are excellent ways to help you sleep and relax.If home measures aren't working, call your doctor, who will consider prescription medication, physical therapy referral, or referral to a specialized pain clinic.If your muscle aches are due to a specific disease, follow the instructions of your doctor to treat the primary illness.Call your doctor if:Your muscle pain persists beyond 3 daysYou have severe, unexplained painYou have any sign of infection, like swelling or redness around the tender muscleYou have poor circulation in the area where you have muscles aches (for example, in your legs)You have a tick bite or a rashYour muscle pain has been associated with starting or changing doses of a medicine, such as a statin
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