Fort Worth Chiropractor for Fast, Drug-Free Rib Pain Relief
Is rib pain making everyday activities difficult? Sharp, aching, or stabbing rib pain often comes from joint restrictions in the thoracic spine or where the ribs connect to the sternum. Instead of taking a “wait and see” approach, Dr. Chris Michlin at Back To Health Family Chiropractic in Fort Worth, TX provides proactive, drug-free care designed to relieve pain quickly and correct the underlying problem.
Symptoms and Common Causes
Your rib cage protects vital organs and supports breathing and upper-body movement. When the rib or thoracic joints lose proper mobility, you may notice:
- Pain beneath the shoulder blade or in the upper back
- Pain that wraps from the chest to the back (or vice versa)
- Sharp pain or difficulty inhaling
- Pain with breathing after cardiac causes have been ruled out
Some individuals experience costochondritis, an inflammation of the cartilage connecting the ribs to the sternum, which can mimic other types of chest pain.
How Atlas Orthogonal Care Helps
Misaligned vertebrae—especially in the upper cervical spine—can create biomechanical stress throughout the entire spine and rib cage.
Dr. Michlin uses Atlas Orthogonal specific upper-cervical adjustments to gently and precisely correct misalignment of the Atlas (C1). Restoring this alignment helps improve overall spinal motion and reduce joint restrictions that contribute to rib pain.
To address discomfort around the rib cage directly, Dr. Michlin also uses targeted Activator adjustments for the ribs and sternum, providing immediate and drug-free relief.
Why Choose Dr. Michlin?
- Texas’s only Board-Certified Atlas Orthogonist
- Specialized, evidence-informed care for rib pain and related conditions
- Safe, precise, and gentle techniques for patients of all ages
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Don’t let rib pain limit your life. Call Back To Health Family Chiropractic at (817) 810-9111 to schedule your appointment.