You always come out with exactly what I need man, you are the greatest physical therapist on youtube. I appreciate the depth of detail you put into every one of your videos
This is so helpful. I just had a MRI after a year of on and off discomfort and found a form of Costo in my 1st rib joint. They got me on some medication for a month but feels like the solution is too easy don't think it's going to just go away with this. This makes more sense when my traps behind feel both very different which could be the constant clicking of my 1st rib because of this back/neck issue. I was googling how long it would take to drive from Brisbane to get a one on one but its a LONG drive lol. I have a physio but the only thing we been able to address is breathing but not address the back is an online appointment something that can work for this condition.
Hey Marc! It is a long trip haha. We can absolutely help find a good direction for you with an online consult. I can also give you some things to have your current Physio work on with you if that helps!
It's about me! Finally I found cause of my pain.. None of therapists couldn't help me :) Could you make a film about "the right BC pattern"? I feel pain in my chest and addictionally I have a weaker right side of my chest, shoulder and scapular. I'll really gratefull for you help! You make a great work! Thanks :) Mat.
Ive tried the ball exercises and they were great , thank you, have you heard of the back pod do you think it’s necessary to get the back pod for costochondritis
I have heard of the back pod Maneesha. Ultimately it’s personal preference, but the back pod essentially tries to do the same things the ball does by applying pressure to stiff/restricted tissue.
@@YourWellnessNerd Thank you , this is really helpful. I am feeling so much of relief today after doing those ball exercises , can't thank you enough. Still need to try the breathing exercises and working on posture which is not easy but getting there. I truly appreciate your help on this.
It depends on the person mate. Without speaking to someone directly, most people can get a sense of how comfortable or uncomfortable it feels, and also how long feels long enough as well.
I have had it for 3 plus years and I definitely prefer the lacrosse ball to the backpod. My pain started after a stressful time for me, came on from nowhere. My thoracic movement is very good now so my question is? Can you have Costochonditris even if you have good mobility in the thoracic area, also people who I know have a lot poorer posture than me but they have no issues with it. I agree with you about stress & trauma, my pain definitely turns up when I’m stressed about it. I have also seen a lot of success stories through the mind body connection (tms). The worst thing about costochonditris is all the unknown and if you research it, predominately it’s people who have had it for years and no hope in sight, depressed and anxious which is totally understandable because it’s horrible. Thanks for the video.
I hear you mate, it is really common for people with costo to find it hard to shake for the reasons you mentioned above. To your question, the more normal someone’s thoracic mobility is, you would assume the less likely they are to accrue any of these symptoms. The nuance however, is that a person can feel mobile through their upper back when they twist and bend and flex, but when you lie them face down on a table and gently feel through the individual joints of their spine and rib cage, there can still be some very stiff, rigid joints. This obviously doesn’t mean that you may be stiff as well, but it’s really important to at the very least check box.
Thank you. Is the lacrosse ball the best way to fix the tight hidden joints? Also how many times a day should you be using the lacrosse ball. I have been doing yoga for several weeks and my movement is very good now. I know most people are stiff in the thoracic spine area because my mate who does yoga is very stiff there but without pain. That’s the frustrating thing about Costochonditris. I’ll keep at it and l look forward to your videos in the future 👍🏻
You can use whatever object or tool you feel hits the spots the best. I just find a ball is a great way to find those spots yourself. Good luck I hope you feel better soon!
Depends on the person and their specific circumstances Trent! Can be quick, can also be a little slower if there’s a lot of stress and postural challenges involved!
@@YourWellnessNerd thanks! I have noticed when I do this (been doing it for a few days now), my back (sometimes my chest) really feels the need to crack. Is that normal? Will that subside?
It again depends on the person. Cracking isn’t bad, as it’s just a release of pressure. if someone goes from being quite stiff to looser, then that may give the joints the capacity to crack and release pressure.
@@YourWellnessNerd ok. I have your program and didn't see where to contact you so I hope this is fine. I'm loosening I think, I have noticed at times, particularly if I bend (lateral flexion I think it's called) sideways, either neck or truck, my lower thoracic spine rib joints on the opposite feels like it needs crack. Is that normal? Typically, I think it's usually before I do an lacrosse ball work and the next day the same.
@@j-uk2189 it can be a little too aggressive for some people - especially if they are quite symptomatic. I find it easier to start by doing it a little during the day where you can control the pressure and time spent to make sure it feels safe and comfortable throughout.
@ it’s strange, because when I lift heavy weights, it goes. But then when I go back home after a long day, it comes back!? 😂 I wonder if there’s any surgery. I know never to train rear delts anymore because that brings it on!
I really hope this helps those with Costo! Check the link in the description for a discount on the costo course!
You always come out with exactly what I need man, you are the greatest physical therapist on youtube. I appreciate the depth of detail you put into every one of your videos
I appreciate the kind words, Liam. I’m just happy to hear that the information resonates with you!
This is so helpful. I just had a MRI after a year of on and off discomfort and found a form of Costo in my 1st rib joint. They got me on some medication for a month but feels like the solution is too easy don't think it's going to just go away with this. This makes more sense when my traps behind feel both very different which could be the constant clicking of my 1st rib because of this back/neck issue. I was googling how long it would take to drive from Brisbane to get a one on one but its a LONG drive lol. I have a physio but the only thing we been able to address is breathing but not address the back is an online appointment something that can work for this condition.
Hey Marc! It is a long trip haha. We can absolutely help find a good direction for you with an online consult. I can also give you some things to have your current Physio work on with you if that helps!
Did you fix it
It's about me! Finally I found cause of my pain.. None of therapists couldn't help me :)
Could you make a film about "the right BC pattern"? I feel pain in my chest and addictionally I have a weaker right side of my chest, shoulder and scapular. I'll really gratefull for you help! You make a great work! Thanks :)
Mat.
You’re welcome Mat! Just to clarify what do you mean by the right BC pattern?
Have you fix it
You are so good 👍 Thanks again ❤
Hope it helps Marian!
@@YourWellnessNerd it has
amazing tips, posture is the big reason for having costocondritis. Thx for sharing
You’re welcome Ron! It’s a tricky beast Costo, but not without its answers!
Ive tried the ball exercises and they were great , thank you, have you heard of the back pod do you think it’s necessary to get the back pod for costochondritis
I have heard of the back pod Maneesha. Ultimately it’s personal preference, but the back pod essentially tries to do the same things the ball does by applying pressure to stiff/restricted tissue.
@@YourWellnessNerd Thank you , this is really helpful. I am feeling so much of relief today after doing those ball exercises , can't thank you enough. Still need to try the breathing exercises and working on posture which is not easy but getting there. I truly appreciate your help on this.
@@Maneesha_l hope it continues to improve mate!
I used a peanut ball on my upper back for 10 minutes. is that sufficient?
It depends on the person mate. Without speaking to someone directly, most people can get a sense of how comfortable or uncomfortable it feels, and also how long feels long enough as well.
I have had it for 3 plus years and I definitely prefer the lacrosse ball to the backpod. My pain started after a stressful time for me, came on from nowhere. My thoracic movement is very good now so my question is?
Can you have Costochonditris even if you have good mobility in the thoracic area, also people who I know have a lot poorer posture than me but they have no issues with it. I agree with you about stress & trauma, my pain definitely turns up when I’m stressed about it. I have also seen a lot of success stories through the mind body connection (tms). The worst thing about costochonditris is all the unknown and if you research it, predominately it’s people who have had it for years and no hope in sight, depressed and anxious which is totally understandable because it’s horrible.
Thanks for the video.
I hear you mate, it is really common for people with costo to find it hard to shake for the reasons you mentioned above. To your question, the more normal someone’s thoracic mobility is, you would assume the less likely they are to accrue any of these symptoms. The nuance however, is that a person can feel mobile through their upper back when they twist and bend and flex, but when you lie them face down on a table and gently feel through the individual joints of their spine and rib cage, there can still be some very stiff, rigid joints. This obviously doesn’t mean that you may be stiff as well, but it’s really important to at the very least check box.
Thank you. Is the lacrosse ball the best way to fix the tight hidden joints? Also how many times a day should you be using the lacrosse ball. I have been doing yoga for several weeks and my movement is very good now.
I know most people are stiff in the thoracic spine area because my mate who does yoga is very stiff there but without pain. That’s the frustrating thing about Costochonditris. I’ll keep at it and l look forward to your videos in the future 👍🏻
You can use whatever object or tool you feel hits the spots the best. I just find a ball is a great way to find those spots yourself. Good luck I hope you feel better soon!
@@LeeMc-jm7fh I find the lacrosse ball to be a great way to self diagnose and treat what you find. Good luck!
@@LeeMc-jm7fhdid you fix it
The pain goes away after doing this ball exercise but after 1 day it comes back 😢😢😢 what to do
Hopefully the tips on the channel help!
The video i needed, idk how this is not healed after 4 fuckin years
I really hope the information proves helpful mate. 4 years is a long time!
Search radio frequency ablation for costocondritis
@@williamprezioso2742does it help
How long does it typically take?
Depends on the person and their specific circumstances Trent! Can be quick, can also be a little slower if there’s a lot of stress and postural challenges involved!
@@YourWellnessNerd thanks! I have noticed when I do this (been doing it for a few days now), my back (sometimes my chest) really feels the need to crack. Is that normal? Will that subside?
It again depends on the person. Cracking isn’t bad, as it’s just a release of pressure. if someone goes from being quite stiff to looser, then that may give the joints the capacity to crack and release pressure.
@@YourWellnessNerd ok. I have your program and didn't see where to contact you so I hope this is fine. I'm loosening I think, I have noticed at times, particularly if I bend (lateral flexion I think it's called) sideways, either neck or truck, my lower thoracic spine rib joints on the opposite feels like it needs crack. Is that normal? Typically, I think it's usually before I do an lacrosse ball work and the next day the same.
Hi Trent, feel free to reach out to me at contact@yourwellnessnerd.com as I don’t get notifications of replies!
You can use a pool noodle cut down to a smaller size and it works like a backpod for only a few bucks not eighty dollars
When sleeping, can I sleep on a rolled up towel?
@@j-uk2189 it can be a little too aggressive for some people - especially if they are quite symptomatic. I find it easier to start by doing it a little during the day where you can control the pressure and time spent to make sure it feels safe and comfortable throughout.
@ it’s strange, because when I lift heavy weights, it goes. But then when I go back home after a long day, it comes back!? 😂 I wonder if there’s any surgery. I know never to train rear delts anymore because that brings it on!
Also. I wish you were in the uk. I would love for you to examine some of my back scans!
Don’t lay in bed most of the day. And don’t sit at a computer or drive all dang day!
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