Best Practice Case Studies-Case 119 Asset 4 Rib Injuries

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Brent DeGoyer, a primary care sports medicine doctor, explains treating athletes with rib injuries such as fractures, bruising, costochondritis, or muscle strain. He first assesses pain, breathing, and diaphragm function, then uses myofascial release to relax the diaphragm and thoracic inlet. Treatment focuses on improving rib motion through breathing-guided pressure and stretching. He says rib injuries should be treated above and below the painful area and usually need weekly visits for three to four weeks. Patients should rest, avoid heavy lifting and overhead activity, and do breathing exercises to prevent tightening and complications.

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rib injuries

sports medicine

myofascial release

diaphragm function

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