CHEST INJURIES

This is common in activities that involve pushing, weightlifting, contact sports or sudden forceful movement of the arm. 

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May feel a pop or tear. 

where the ins meet the sternum. This can be from direct impact, overuse or sudden movements.

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If returning to sports a guard is often useful to protect the area. 

rib injuries may involve: 

- fractures, bruising, muscle strain or cartilage. Most common causes are direct contact/blows.