I have been experiencing pain under my lower left side ribs for several days. I have not injured a rib, so what could this be? I have pain when taking deep breaths, bending over or sitting in certain positions. I have been wearing a back brace to stabilize the pain.
hi,thank you for providing The brief history of you.A thorough clinical examination is advised.As you get pain while bending and activity than you should take an x-ray of chest to check costochondritis and also ultrasound scanning of the abdomen to rule out pathology of the organs of abdomen in the upper quadrants.Post diagnosis the treatment will be planned and guided. Also doing costal breathing exercises, diaphragmatic breathing exercises, abdominal breathing exercises should help strengthen the muscles. Brace has got limitation and should be avoided for longer run as it may lead to muscle weakness more.RegardsJay Indravadan Patel