What causes pain in sternum after squeezing ribcage?
Patient: after seeing a chiropractor for neck and back issues he did a bear hug on me...after seeing him and being adjusted I started having pain in the sternum and it was sore to touch the sternum I could hardly bend forward I wondered if the squeezing of the ribcage and sternum during the bear hugs caused costochondritis? Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, tight hugging can cause costochondritis. And your symptoms are suggestive of the same. So apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Take simple painkiller like paracetamol and diclofenac. Avoid sudden jerky movements. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these in 7 days. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.