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You need to consult a Physiotherapist or Orthopaedist for further evaluation and treatment in person or through video call.

Are you having difficulty in breathing or pain while bending or sleeping? Immediately see a doctor then. Try deep breathing. A physiotherapist can assist you get back the normal postion of sternum.

What is your profession? If you are too much into laptop and mobile use then you can have stiffness of your muscles in front of the chest and shoulder. Trying to do some rigourous gymnasium exercises can lead to Stretching of these stiff muscles and protective spasm.

It is better to visit to nearest physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and diagnosis of your problem. And start immediate treatment under supervision of physiotherapist doctor.

If you have aggrevated your chestmuscles with improper progression of chest flies, then ice it for atleast 3 days. If it is costocondritis, it had to be a really heavy workout. Also look at the possibility of taking an intiinflammatory if there is constant pain at rest. Stretching of pectoral muscle with arm below the shouder, at shoulder level and above shoulder level at a door way. Start holding for 10 secs then after 3 days progress to 20 or 30 seconds. * Never stretch into pain. ** If tightness is like a heart burn or tightening around chest, which comes and goes, check with your GP for cardiac related issues immediately. If any shortness of breath or fever get it checked immediately.... If a postural problem please make use of an online consultation.