Rib Out of Alignment

Do you feel like you have a difficult time breathing? Do you have chest pain that is making it difficult for you to complete your daily routine? If so, you might have a rib out of alignment. If you have a rib out of place, we understand how uncomfortable it can be, and you need to rely on a Rhode Island chiropractor who can help you. We are Estner Injury Centers, and it would be our pleasure to work with you to customize a treatment plan to meet your needs. By putting your ribs back in the right location, we can help you with the recovery process.

Learn more about what it means to have a rib out of place below, and give us a call to schedule an appointment.

Why Do Ribs Slip Out of Place? 

At Estner Injury Centers, we understand that it can be frustrating if one or more of your ribs has slipped out of place. There are plenty of reasons why this might happen. Some of the most common reasons include:

• Sometimes, repetitive motion, such as swimming or throwing the ball, can cause your ribs to move out of place.
• You may have taken a direct blow to the chest while playing contact sports. Some of the most common examples include football, wrestling, and hockey.
• You might have been involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in a blow to your chest, moving one or more of your ribs out of place.

Regardless of the reason why, you need to rely on a professional who can help you.

What Is the Treatment Process Like?

If you decide to work with a Rhode Island chiropractor, there are several steps in the treatment process. We will always start with a history and physical exam to make sure we do not miss anything. We will identify which rib is out of place, and we will measure how far it has slipped. Then, using manual therapy, we can apply gentle pressure to the rib, gradually moving it into the right location. We will keep you as comfortable as possible during the process, minimizing any potential side effects. 

Can Ribs Slip Back Out of Place?

If a rib has moved out of place once, there is a chance that it might move out of place again. We can use physical therapy and corrective exercises to strengthen the muscles around the rib. That way, there is extra support holding the rib in place, which can reduce the chances of it shifting out of alignment in the future. 

Call Estner Injury Centers Today for Help With a Rib Out of Alignment

You need to make sure that your chest and back are as comfortable as possible, and that means the ability to breathe comfortably. At Estner Injury Centers, it would be our pleasure to make sure your ribs are properly aligned. We will always start by trying to get to the root cause of why your ribs are out of alignment. Then, using manual therapy, we can put them back in the right locations, which can help you address acute and chronic discomfort. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our office, and let us help you recover from a slipped rib.