Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Rib Pain (Intercostal / Costochondritis)

Rib cage pain from intercostal strain, costochondritis, or rib hypomobility. Assessment targets thoracic mobility, breathing pattern, rib cage expansion, and postural contributors.

Clinical note: Left-sided rib/chest pain must be screened for cardiac causes before assuming musculoskeletal origin. Cardiac screening is a precondition for exercise prescription.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors
5
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Thoracic Extension
2 Thoracic Rotation Seated
3 Diaphragmatic Assessment
4 Infrasternal Angle
5 Cervical Flexion Extension
6 Shoulder Horizontal Abduction

Risk Factors Assessed

Thoracic Extension
Diaphragmatic Assessment
Thoracic Rotation Seated
Infrasternal Angle

Measuring Progress

Progress varies from person to person, so this protocol promises no date. Each block ends with a re-test of the key assessments, set side by side with your baseline. The numbers show where you are and set the next block.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is rib pain (intercostal / costochondritis) worked on with exercise?
The assessment finds the driver first. The protocol then orders 3 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral. Progress varies from person to person, so each block ends with a re-test to see where you are.
What assessments are done for rib pain (intercostal / costochondritis)?
The protocol assesses Thoracic Extension, Thoracic Rotation Seated, Diaphragmatic Assessment, Infrasternal Angle. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is rib pain (intercostal / costochondritis) the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Rib Pain (Intercostal / Costochondritis) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Rib Pain (Intercostal / Costochondritis) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
5
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