Rib Pain Treatment
well·ness - the state of being in good health
Rib Pain Treatment
well·ness - the state of being in good health
A common causative reason for chiropractor visits is rib pain. Both men and women have 12 pairs of ribs. The first six are true ribs, which means that they attach from the transverse process of the thoracic vertebrae to the sternum (breast bone). The next four are false ribs which mean they transform into cartilage in the front before they attach to the sternum. The last two are floating ribs which means they only attach to the thoracic spine in the back and don’t attach to anything in the front aspect.
Since all the ribs attach to the thoracic vertebrae, any spinal misalignment would cause nerve irritation and referred pain along the ribs. The major nerves in this area are the huge spinal nerve roots branching off the spinal cord, and the intercostal nerves which lie under each rib. In general, it it's not good to put extra pressure or stress on any nerve. The compression causes a decrease in nerve signal which leads to decreased function. In this instance, function refers to muscle, organ, and sensory aspects.
Typical pain pattern presentations include sharp specific pain, pain that originates in the back and radiates around the sides to the front, pain under the shoulder blades, and general intense overall rib cage pain.
In my experience, sharp specific pain can indicate a fracture usually brought on by direct impacts such as a fall or a car accident. Sometimes it can be caused by a misalignment that rubs on the nerves. Sometimes it could be due to a heart condition which would require referral to a cardiologist.
Pain that radiates around to the sides to the front usually indicates a subluxated rib. Subluxated ribs can be effectively realigned with chiropractic adjustments. Depending on where the subluxation originates will depend on how it is adjusted. We efficiently adjust anteriorly subluxated ribs with a standing rib adjustment. While posteriorly subluxated ribs can be adjusted with the patient supine or adjusting the costotransverse joint while the patient is prone.
Pain under the shoulder blades is usually caused by movements such as computer work (typing), repetitive lifting, and sleeping with the arm under the head. These are almost always fixable with an adjustment or series of adjustments to realign the vertebral segments and then stabilize the curvature of the spine.
General tenderness and pain to the entire rib cage is indicative of a condition called costochondritis. This is inflammation of the ribs and intercostal muscles. This is usually evaluated for specific misalignments and referred to a general MD for anti-inflammatory meds and rest.
If you are having rib pain, a chiropractor is a great starting point for correction and relief. Many people have had a great amount of success at treating rib pain with natural, non-invasive chiropractic adjustment techniques. Schedule an appointment asap to see how chiropractic can help with specific issues and overall health and well-being.
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Back In A Flash Chiropractic & Massage is located in downtown Denver and provides chiropractic wellness services that offer safe & natural solutions to minimize or eliminate pain resulting from injury, poor posture, surgery, or aging. Our Denver Chiropractor, John Perea DC, is available for walk-in chiropractic adjustments. We also offer massage therapy, including CBD Massage, and flotation therapy in our sensory deprivation tank.
At Back In A Flash, clients have the option of choosing one or more services to help them achieve their wellness goals. Whether you are looking to get aligned with a chiropractic adjustment, relax with a CBD massage, or just want to feel good, we have you covered.
Whether you are in the middle of a health crisis from a new injury or a chronic condition, or you are ready to make the critical transition to a healthier lifestyle, our team will work with you to help you and your family reach your health goals. Chiropractic wellness is not just about your back and neck pain. It's about taking care of your whole body, your mind, and your spirit to maximize your quality of life. By removing life's interferences, chiropractic clears the path for vital information to flow freely between the brain and the body through the nervous system, allow the body to heal and maintain its own health.
We know how difficult it can be when an accident happens, causing debilitating joint pain and muscle pain. Give us a call at 1-720-702-4727 and speak directly with our staff to learn more about your treatment options at Back In a Flash Chiropractic and Massage.
Back In A Flash does not accept any insurance and offers cash prices for services that are competitive to what an insurance copay would cost, with first-time chiropractic adjustments costing $49, and prices going down if you choose a monthly or 10-20 pack of adjustments.
Without limitations on how many chiropractic adjustments you can get, our chiropractor is able to recommend wellness plans that are in line with your wellness goals, without having to worry about insurance plan limitations.
Back In A Flash is located in the Uptown Neighborhood of Downtown Denver just north of the intersection of 19th and Pennsylvania.
Chiropractors can treat patients of all ages and health conditions, specializing in each chiropractic adjustment to the specific misalignments or wellness goals of that patient. Typically, chiropractors work with patients who have back pain, neck pain, headaches, or are being adjusted to maintain their neurological well-being.
Chiropractors commonly work with patients who have musculoskeletal disorders or have injuries related to muscles, ligaments, or joints. Any time there is a misalignment, our bodies feel pain as a result of the impact of that injury to the nervous system, which causes referral pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction.
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Established in 2011, Back in a Flash Chiropractic has been serving the Downtown Denver area for 7 years. Developed with one goal in mind: give our patients high-quality wellness services, such as chiropractic care, at an affordable price.
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There is no referral needed from your medical doctor or any medical provider to see a chiropractor. Our Denver chiropractor John Perea DC accepts all patients on a walk-in basis, so you do not even need an appointment for your chiropractic adjustment.
Chiropractic is a medical profession that focuses on treating people of any age who have a disorder of the musculoskeletal and/or nervous system. Using a variety of non-surgical, hands-on approaches, chiropractors, such as our Denver Chiropractor John Perea DC, perform chiropractic adjustments, also known as spinal manipulations, to the spine or other parts of the body. The goal is to correct spinal alignment problems, alleviate pain (usually back pain, neck pain, and headaches), and to support the healing process. Your Denver Chiropractor will develop a treatment plan tailored to meet your needs.
Through manual manipulation of the spine delivered to the highest standards by licensed chiropractors, chiropractic care works to restore and maintain proper communication from your brain to your body by relieving what chiropractors refer to as a subluxation, or a misalignment, of the spine. Restoring proper alignment to the spine can assist with pain relief and prevention of:
- Lower Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Migraine and Tension Headaches
- Shoulder Pain and Elbow Pain
- Knee, Foot and Ankle Pain
- Sciatica
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic Injuries
- And More!
Through manual manipulation of the spine delivered to the highest standards by licensed chiropractors, chiropractic care works to restore and maintain proper communication from your brain to your body by relieving what chiropractors refer to as a subluxation, or a misalignment, of the spine. Restoring proper alignment to the spine can assist with pain relief and prevention of:
- Lower Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Migraine and Tension Headaches
- Shoulder Pain and Elbow Pain
- Knee, Foot and Ankle Pain
- Sciatica
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic Injuries
- And More!
We offer comprehensive, personalized treatment plans that target the specific needs of each patient utilizing an optimal combination of both conventional therapies and the latest in new treatment advancements from around the world. If your current treatment plan is holding you back, or simply not working – come see us and let your healing begin.
