- Post–surgery rehab
- Nerve pain
- Rib subluxation
- Disc injuries
- Postural pain
- Costochondritis
- Fractures
- Alignment issues
- Costovertebral pain
Conditions – Shoulder Pain
Rib pain can be detrimental to both short and long-term health due to its location and the various structures that are affected. Common causes of rib pain include fractures, costochondritis, nerve pain, disc injuries, post-surgery rehab, and postural pain.
At Purpose Physiotherapy, we are experienced in treating the following rib conditions:
At our clinics in Thirroul and Woonona, Purpose Physiotherapy has a team of experienced physiotherapists and exercise physiologists that are experienced in treating rib pain. Our approach to helping you overcome your rib pain is as follows:
- Comprehensive assessment to determine both the diagnosis and the root causes (we may use imaging/scans where necessary).
- Tests and measurements to ensure we monitor progress and improvements.
- Holistic view of your entire body, including posture, alignment, mobility, strength, sleep, stress, nutrition and your nervous system.
- Treatment plan that relieves pain and targets the root causes, including massage, joint manipulation, dry-needling, exercise programs (core strength, Pilates and movement retraining) and education. This plan will specifically target your individual goals.
- Ongoing prevention options through clinical Pilates and small-group exercise.
By taking this approach, our team will get you not only moving with Purpose, but living with Purpose as well.
Rib Pain FAQ's
Rib pain can be caused by a variety of factors, such as injury, overuse, and medical conditions. Other common causes include fractures, costochondritis, nerve pain, disc injuries, post-surgery rehab, and postural pain.
Physiotherapy can help manage and reduce the effects of rib pain by strengthening the muscles and joints, improving posture, providing mobility aids, and improving overall fitness.
