Rib Sprain/Strain

Definition:
An injury to a ligament of the rib when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dilocation or fracture; or an injury resulting from tensile force to muscle or tendon of the rib.
Purchase 2 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the ribcage
  • Swelling in the ribcage
  • Pain with breathing, coughing, laughing
  • Bruising
Causes
  • Direct blow to ribcage
  • Crush injury
  • Persistent coughing
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Core stabilization exercises
  • Pain management
Rib Sprain/Strain Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Wall Push
  • Wall Slides
  • Soft Tissue Mobilization To The Rib Intercostals
  • Thoracic Stretch 1
  • Overhead Warrior

Rib Sprain/Strain Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Foam Wedge In Flexion
  • Foam Wedge In Abduction
  • Prone Thoracic Extension
  • Side Lying Open Book
  • Thoracic Stretch 2