Question
Hi This is pretty random, but just about a half hour ago i was playing around with my girlfriend and i must of moved the wrong way or so i think and as soon as i wa standing i felt a real discomfort on the left side of my body my lower ribcage just below one of my breast and when i press it it hurts or if i try to bend sideways it hurts as well..just a little paranoid if i hurt myself or if i may have possibly dislocated a rib in my body..can you help?

Answer
Hello Tiffany,

     Sometimes you can dislocate ribs which can cause your pain.  Also you may have strained the small muscles inbetween the ribs.  This can be painful when bending or just breathing when the rib cage expands.  You may want to see a doctor of chiropractic to determine if the rib is out of alignment and be treated.  One treatment may provide you with great relief.

Have a great day,
Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.