As this progresses do you start to have severe muscle spasms in back and rib cage area?

I am not sure if I have ever experienced spasms in this area, but I have definitely experienced Costochondritis (pain caused from inflammation around the chest).


I did a bit of research and apparently practicing some breathing exercises can help prevent this in the future. I have tried a few of these out and they are pretty relaxing, and hopefully they can help prevent me experiencing this again!


All the best,
James (Community Member)

I believe this disease can progresses. It can have periods of time where it feels worse and times it feels like you are cured. I feel you with the pains in the back and rib cage. It can get so bad at times it feels like the time I had pneumonia. It happens often. I hate it. It can get so overwhelming at times, especially when you have followed all the right steps and taken your pain meds. Know you are not alone in this.

Best wishes your way-Nicky

Yes! In my glutes (especially min and med), at the hamstring insertion point (Ischial Tuberosity) and along my erector muscles (NEW: at the T-12 Junction) and intercostal muscles.

I experience these as well! They began getting worse for me within the last year. Wearing bras or snug shirts or sweaters can be so painful and it is so hard to explain to others. There is so much pain along with the spasms and it can really throw a person off.
You are not alone in this.