Question
I have had constant pressure in my left rib cage and severe burning in my chest ever since my last adjustment. I have been coughing constantly and it pulls in my left rib cage when I cough. I hurts like heck. The chiropractor has had me coming in every day for an adjustment for some time now and my back just seems to get worse after each adjustment and he is not adjusting or even working on the areas that are bothering me. Is it possible that over adjustments my back has caused all of this pain and burning I am having in my chest and rib cage?

Answer
It is certainly a possibility as chiropractic is not entirely without risks, but they are typically self limiting and resolve quickly. One of two things is likely; Either you had a pre-existing issue there that was irritated by coughing and/or adjusting, or the rib maybe have been sprained by an adjustment. I would voice these concerns with your chiropractor and if he does not put you at ease I would suggest finding another chiropractor. Hopefully this helps and this email finds you on the road to recovery. Best of luck.

Dr. Russ