Date:   7/23/2008 11:50:12 PM ( 16 years ago ago)
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URL:   https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1221940

have you tried an orthopedic? I am currently seeing an orthopetic doctor who shares his practice with a chiropractor. They have been working together to help me regarding a bad case of costochondritis, the doctor called Tietze's syndrome.

To handle some of the pain (sitting upright is the most painful)...
It was recommended to complete a 15/30 set of icing every 1.5hrs for acute pain. Then, spread it out to every 2-3hrs.
15 mins - Ice the ribs affected
30mins - no ice
15mins - Ice the ribs affected
30mins - no ice
15mins - Ice the ribs affected

My doctor recommended I place the ice pack in a pillow case to make sure it was cold enough, without causing an ice burn.

Also, kineso taping (changed twice a week) has really helped with the rib pain while sitting. I was told it supports your ribs while increasing the blood flow around the affected area.
 

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