Thoracic injury

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Thoracic injury

Asked for Male, 25 Years

Succumbed to a thoracic injury a couple of days back. Edge of the staircase hit my spine. Now touching on the specific spot there is a shooting pain that goes up my spine. Sometimes there are muscle spasms as well as little diaphragm pain. Please somebody help me about how critical this is?

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Dr. G P Dureja Pain Management Specialist 47 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. G P Dureja

Pain Management Specialist 47 yrs exp Delhi

Thoracic injury can predispose one to intercoastal neuralgia which occurs due to irritation of nerves. A pain Physician would be an ideal person to help you. Cold fomentation would definitely help. Take care.

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