Muscle Pain in Rib Area
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I'm 19 and I've been dealing with chest pain from Costochondritis for over a year now, but just recently my doctor gave me a medication that's finally working for me. I work with kids and I love basketball so I can actually play with them now that my chest doesn't hurt. But 2 days ago I pushed myself a little to far. The kids were trying to make half court shots and wanted me to try. Since I haven't had any pain lately I tried a bunch of times which I now realize was a stupid idea. Luckily my chest still has no pain, but the muscles in the area of my ribs are hurting. It didn't hurt immediately that day, but yesterday and today it's been really sore and uncomfortable. I can't get comfortable trying to sit or lay down because of the pain. The pain isn't really in one specific area, it's just spread all around my ribs so I'm not sure if I pulled a muscle or if it's just sore from what I did. What can I do to get rid of the pain and how long should I wait to go back to playing basketball normally? I don't want to hurt it again if I start up too fast. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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greg42872 Natalie059
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hello, ive recently been told from my specialist i have costochondritis, ive suffered from psoriatic arthritis for many years and i always put my pain down to that. But my specilaist says it is in fact costo i have as well, i get pain in my right hand side of my ribs and between my heart and shoulder, i find that a hot water bottle applied to the area that is hurting to work well. i would try this. also just over the counter medication such as paracetmol.
ever since using a hot water bottle my pain goes pretty instantly, i just suffer from shortness of breath due to costo and still havent found a solution for that. i hope it becomes easier for you and are able to participate in your childs sporting activities