What is it about?
Rarely recognized and frequently undiagnosed or misdiagnosed cause of lower rib, upper abdomen or flank chronic pain after analgesic treatment, triggered by trunk movements or changes in posture
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Why is it important?
Making people aware of this condition to help individuals avoid months or even years of discomfort and chronic debilitating pain
Perspectives
I hope this practical overview help individual ask about SLIPPING RIB SYNDROME. Diagnosis made based on history and "hooking maneuver". No need for extensive diagnostic work up! Just a simple maneuver!
Dr. Nelson L Turcios
Pediatric Pulmonology/Cystic Fibrosis
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This page is a summary of: Slipping Rib Syndrome: An elusive diagnosis, Paediatric Respiratory Reviews, March 2017, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.prrv.2016.05.003.
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