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Hello. I have had moderate (sometimes severe) pain in my left side since a
severe kidney infection the end of June (6 months). I have tried manipulation
by my osteo, tons of tests (which found nothing except mild swelling in the
subcutaneous layer found by the MRI, and colitis found via colonoscopy), &
now physical therapy. The PT said my rib is out of joint (?) & that my spine
curves to the right & wondered if I had ever been diagnosed with scoliosis,
which I have not. I currently take 3-4 vicodin a day to ease my pain. I can't
sleep on that side & if things touch that area, it hurts. It does not hurt more
than normal to take a deep breath. I have pain that follows that rib around to
the front & pain that goes up under my shoulder blade & when it is really
bad, down my arm. I am tired of masking the pain with painkillers & hope to
find the cause so I can get my life back to normal. I don't know what else to
try or do...
Also, I was born with congenital hip displacia, but was told it would have no
effect. My osteo says I am hypermobile & that is my rib problem, but did not
say anything about it being out of place.
What do I do next? Should I be seeing an ortho? I am totally confused....
Dear Heidi,
You may have a myofascial pain syndrome as well as a rib joint dysfunction. Find a provider that can thoroughly examine your myofascia and test your muscles. Look for providers that are well skilled in myofascial release methods. Well known and valid programs include the Active Release Technique and GRaston Technique (www.grastontechnique.com). A well-skilled chiropractic doctor can examine and treat. Exercise is part of any musculoskeletal equation, and if you are physically deconditioned, that is not helpful.
'Regards,
Dr. G
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| Comment | Great input, I still have more to ask like how to find this provider that has these skills he listed & also if my sijd is a linked problem.... | ||
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21 Years in practice: I can answer any question regarding chiropractic and sports medicine treatment. Mostly, I can help the unknowing public understand what is safe, valid, reasonable and evidence-based, and what kinds of unscrupulous chiropractors and fraudulent methods to stay away from. I have an advanced specialty degree in Chiropractic Sports Medicine. I have experience treating elite and Olympic athletes.
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Experience:
- 21 years in practice;
- Pan American Games, 2011: Official Medical Staff for the Pan Am Games.
- Beijing 2008 Olympic Games: World Olympians Associan and International Sports Chiropractic Association Healthcare Team;
- International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Diploma;
- Official Provider: Jamaican Track and Field team for Penn Relays (2009-2011)
- Experience with USA Gymnastics Healthcare team and International Powerlifting Association Medical Staff;
- 300 hour chiropractic sports medicine diplomate degree (DACBSP); International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Diploma (ICSSD)
- Healthcare Consultant: Century, Ty-Wood Corp. Holliston, MA (2005-2007)
- Team Chiropractor: Boston Bulldogs USL D-3 & Boston Renegades USL W-1 League (1999-2004)
- Independent Examiner: Scope Medical and The Physician's Network
- Professional/Clinical Monitor: Affiliated Monitors, Inc.
- Board of Directors: MetroWest Chamber of Commerce (Massachusetts)2000-2006
- "The Impact of Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy on Chronic Recurrent Lateral Ankle Sprain Syndrome in Two Young Athletes" J. of Chiro Med , Fall 2004
- "Work Related Injury;" The Hanover Report, June, 1993
- "Long Lasting Analgesic Effect of Oxymorphonazine in Rats;" Agonists and Antagonists III, n.7675, 1985
- BS Biology, Doctor of Chiropractic: Northwestern College of Chiropractic,
- Diplomate: American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP)
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