Best Practice Case Studies-Case 118 Asset 1 Rib Injuries

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Brent DeGoyer, a primary care sports medicine and neuromusculoskeletal physician from Moses Lake, Washington, explains his approach to evaluating and treating athletes with rib complaints. He emphasizes assessing not only the painful rib area but also the regions above and below it. For treatment, he starts with surrounding structures—especially the abdominal diaphragm and thoracic inlet—before addressing the rib cage itself. Because the ribs are sensitive, he typically uses myofascial release. He invites viewers to learn more about his manual medicine approach through the provided link.

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Brent DeGoyer

sports medicine

rib pain

myofascial release

manual medicine

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