Odd Question

[Cole7626]

Hi Everyone,

A bit odd, but since I started doing Cathe exclusively with more weights, I've noticed my right rib cage sticks out a lot more than my left and I never noticed this before. I have lost quite a bit of body fat and so I know it's my rib cage and not muscle. Can anyone advise?

Thanks a bunch,
Nicole

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[catwoman]

Check with a chiropractor on your bone alignment. Get some x-rays.

 

[Cole7626]

That was my next step but I thought I'd ask first just in case anyone else had this happen
Thanks!

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[pixie9]

I would advise not doing anything unless you are in pain (especially x-rays). I've also noticed some changes in my body since I lost weight and DH (a PT who just got his doctorate yah!!) says that I'm normal. I actually noticed one of my ribs sticking out further but with no pain.
And IMO, don't believe ANYONE(chiros) who tells you you are not "properly aligned", that's just bologna!!

Carolyn

 

[Cole7626]

Yeah, no pain just odd looking. My husband is the one who said I should get it checked. I just figured I was favoring one side so that was why there was a difference. my obliques are smaller on that side as well so it looks a bit unbalance Thanks for the input,

Nicole

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[fitmom24]

I am slightly larger on the left side of my body, including my rib cage. I was told by my Dr. that this is very common. Maybe you are too.

Michelle

 

[fit_fairy]

Nicole, Michelle is right this is normal and alot more common than you would think. The other thing to consider though would be your spinal curvature. If you have scoliosis it may make your ribs appear larger on one side than the other just because of the way it curves. Many adults have minor scoliosis and don't know it. This usually needs no treatment if minor


Catherine

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[Cole7626]

Thank you everyone! I am glad I'm not the only one

Nicole

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