Related Search Terms:

Costosternal dysfunction. Tietze Syndrome. Costochondral dysfunction. Costosternal Syndrome

Definition:

Dysfunction of the connection of the rib with its corresponding cartilage at the front of the chest. Characterised by local pain, tenderness, and inflammation. Often aggravated by breathing/coughing and movements of the upper back and/or arm. When inflamed even gentle pressure can be painful. In many cases patients may wrongly assume that this is a heart attack symptom.

Exercises:

Pectoralis Stretch:
TSPM08, TSPM04

Diaphragm Stretch:
TSPM13, TSPM04

Rib/Intercostal Stretch:
TSPM06, TSPMO3, TSPM04, TSPM07, TSPM08, TSPM13