Jogger’s Nipple
Jogger’s nipple is in effect a friction burn. It is caused by constant rubbing or chafing of a T-shirt over the nipple. Jogger’s nipple symptoms The main symptom is a sore nipple which develops during …
Sudden onset chest pain
Cardiac Chest Pain In Athletes
Chest pain in athletes can be from a number of causes. Thankfully, cardiac chest pain in athletes is rare. A range of conditions causes pain in the chest. These include muscular pain and pain referred …
Collapsed Lung or Pneumothorax
A collapsed lung is also known as a pneumothorax. It occurs when there is a build-up of air in the space between the lungs and the rib cage. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and …
Side Stitch
A side stitch can usually be felt to one side of the abdomen, more often the right side, around the area of the lower ribs. Many people suffer from stitches when doing sports, particularly running-based …
Sternoclavicular Sprain
The collarbone connects to the sternum or breastbone in the middle of the chest at the top. If the shoulder is subjected to a hard impact, this joint (known as the sternoclavicular joint), can become …
Costochondral Separation
A Costochondral separation, sometimes known as a rib separation, usually occurs after a direct impact on the chest. Costochondral separation symptoms Symptoms of a costochondral separation include: Sudden sharp pain at the point where your …
Sternum Fracture
A Sternum fracture is a break of the breastbone in the middle of the chest. In more severe cases it dislocates at the sternoclavicular joint. Sternum fracture symptoms Symptoms of a fractured sternum include: Sudden …
Bruised Ribs & Rib Fractures
The most common injuries to the ribs are contusions and fractures caused by direct impact. A stress fracture of the rib is rare, but can also occur through overuse. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, …