Side Chest Pain After a Fall in Seniors: Why We Must Check the Thoracic Spine by Son’s Rehabilitation Medicine & Chiropractic Clinic in Seoul For seniors over 70, even a minor slip or a light bump can lead to unexpected injuries. Often, patients visit our clinic complaining of pain in the side of the chest or along the ribs after a minor fall. If X-rays show no rib fractures and internal medical issues are ruled out, we must immediately turn our attention to the Thoracic Spine (middle back) . Here is why a spinal check is non-negotiable in these cases. 1. The Pathway of Intercostal Nerves: From Back to Front The most common reason for "referred pain" lies in our anatomy. The intercostal nerves originate from the thoracic spine and travel along the ribs toward the front of the chest. When a Thoracic Compression Fracture occurs due to a fall, these nerves can become irritated or compressed at the source. Instead of feeling pain only in their back, patients often feel a ...
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