We are pleased this video has helped J. Kun. We often take good advice to silly levels and cause more issues. Assessment and correction of rib flare has been very helpful for the people we treat. If you need more contact us on FB messenger or direct message on Instagram.
Thank you so much. My back brace ruined my posture. I thought my injury was causing my ribs to flare and I was super worried. I did the exercise and noticed immediate results. I'll stick with it until this problems goes away for good
Hey bro is it really worked for u... Plz let me know your progress.... Am. Recently experienced flare in ribs bt I donno how to fix it.... Keep me posted plz if any additional info u know about it
Thanks so much for making this. I have worked on my posture for the entire year and got it to a really good stage (I thought) but started to develop pain in a shoulder, my mid back, neck, traps, even sciatica like tingling, allsorts. I thought it was due to being in bad posture so I'd stick my chest out and put my head super far back to try stop the pain, but it'd get worse. I'm so glad I found this video. I feel so stupid haha but also so unbelievably relieved. I even had xrays done thinking I had something wrong up there but they found nothing out of ordinary. All they found was really inflamed upper back muscles and shoulders. Thanks again. Will update this message if it goes away and doesn't come back :)
Thanks JM. Yes this is a common misconception about standing up too straight, which is why we did this video. It can cause more loading on many muscles and joints.
I’ve been working on flattening my rib flare for a year. Recently I sprained my t5 rib apophoses bilaterally so severely I went to the er. X ray showed a stress fracture of the rib about 5mm from the joint.
Sorry to hear this Nathan. It's possible that you may not be performing the exercises optimally, or over doing them. However, it is highly unlikely that this would cause a stress fracture, so you may want to see your doctor about having some further tests, eg blood tests, bone density tests.
I think this could help me but my spine is curved and rotated. The left ribs protrude towards the front, concave in the back and the right side ribs protrude in the back, concave in front. Any adjustments?
Same. So many doctors and practitioners don't seem to be very helpful, right? I would find a pelvic floor physical therapist. Everything above the pelvis can manifest above it. The body is an I-beam from the pelvis to the shoulders. If the PT doesn't help, try a Rolfer. Also, I just discovered what is called a Hiphoook. Not sure if it helps yet. BTW, either if you know if you're supposed to breathe in or out during this exercise?
Hi RoseAnn, by your description it sounds like you have a thoraco lumbar scoliosis. These exercise will help with the anterior rib flare, but not the rotation aspect of your ribs. For this you may need to see a health practitioner to get specific exercises which can be monitored for their effects on you. This can be treated effectively but not eliminated.
Someone told me long ago " Stand up cross your arms in front you Then pretend your pulling off a t-shirt" then when down put your arms to side You will be standing straight It works but then what 😅🤣
Hi Christy, make sure you are not over using your superficial abdominal muscles, rather the deeper transversus abdominus. If you are doing it correctly, that pain should reduce as you mobilise your ribs and thoracic spine with the exercises. If it does persist, then you may have more stubborn unhappy joints or muscles that may need releasing by a professional.
Great video, will start doing the exercises everyday now. I do have one question, my father, brother, and myself all have rib flare as well as pectus excavatum. We have always believed it is genetic, and I have heard doing core exercises could fix rib flare. Would these exercises apply even if I was born with rib flare?
Yes they would, but it will take some time to change. The main question is: Is you genetic posture causing more strain on your body?" If you experience pain or stiffness in this area, it possibly is. But some people are born with certain conditions that do not place more load on their bodies. These exercises may be unnecessary then. If you're not sure, its best to have this checked by a health professional.
After my L 10th rib multiple fracture about 8 months ago, i got lower chest bone pop up 1 month after an accident. i think it's a flare rib. What do you think if i do this exercise? Thank you!
@@sc1850 Its not normal, they're just an idiot. I'm only 5 ft 10 and have it. And I was not skinny.. I came here because I noticed it as I have lost weight and realised it is connected to my back problems. So glad I found this vid.
@@user-qi3op7yr1gi have no idea how, but mine is fixed. I came across a TH-cam videos about breathing while pressing your stomach, i press on my flared ribs instead. Hope it helps 🙏
@@sc1850 Yes I've been doing the same kind of thing to see if it would help, its working. Mine is quite bad, so it will probably take a few months to correct fully. I'm doing a mixture of what you mentioned, and this chiro's demonstration. I'm going to try his method shortly.
Luke, it's unlikely to help single ribs, it has more of a general effect on the rib cage and posture. If you have a focal area of concern, it's best you have this checked by a health professional.
If you do the prostration as the Muslims do in their daily 5 prayers you will notice it's exactly the exercise you are teaching , infact even better cz when you're in the prostration, the weight of lungs and heart is naturally lifted off of the diaphragm making if easier to put the rib cage in :)
Thank you seriously , I really thought I had to stick my chest a lot and was having rib flare problems, but now I know how to have a better posture .
We are pleased this video has helped J. Kun. We often take good advice to silly levels and cause more issues. Assessment and correction of rib flare has been very helpful for the people we treat. If you need more contact us on FB messenger or direct message on Instagram.
Great to hear J. This can help prevent many problems down the track.
@@nwpg2 can you do a video for pectus excavatum?
@@nwpg2 "We often take good advice to silly levels and cause more issues" - my goodness, how true. We just want to do the right thing, only better!
Hello are you available for chat
Thank you so much. My back brace ruined my posture. I thought my injury was causing my ribs to flare and I was super worried. I did the exercise and noticed immediate results. I'll stick with it until this problems goes away for good
Hey bro is it really worked for u... Plz let me know your progress.... Am. Recently experienced flare in ribs bt I donno how to fix it.... Keep me posted plz if any additional info u know about it
Thanks so much for making this. I have worked on my posture for the entire year and got it to a really good stage (I thought) but started to develop pain in a shoulder, my mid back, neck, traps, even sciatica like tingling, allsorts. I thought it was due to being in bad posture so I'd stick my chest out and put my head super far back to try stop the pain, but it'd get worse. I'm so glad I found this video. I feel so stupid haha but also so unbelievably relieved. I even had xrays done thinking I had something wrong up there but they found nothing out of ordinary. All they found was really inflamed upper back muscles and shoulders.
Thanks again. Will update this message if it goes away and doesn't come back :)
Any updates?
I also have rib flare on one side only nad my shoulder on that are started to hurt too
SAME
Thanks JM. Yes this is a common misconception about standing up too straight, which is why we did this video. It can cause more loading on many muscles and joints.
Thank you sir , Your video helped me to find the root cause of my pot belly and APT. Great video advice
Thank you... Very helpful.... After a long time I got relief from pain.... Luv ❤ you...
You're very welcome Asma, glad it has helped!
Do you recommend wearing any of the correcting posture straps that are on the market?
I’ve been working on flattening my rib flare for a year. Recently I sprained my t5 rib apophoses bilaterally so severely I went to the er. X ray showed a stress fracture of the rib about 5mm from the joint.
Sorry to hear this Nathan. It's possible that you may not be performing the exercises optimally, or over doing them. However, it is highly unlikely that this would cause a stress fracture, so you may want to see your doctor about having some further tests, eg blood tests, bone density tests.
Thank you so much for this video. I always thought that my rib flare was genetic since my mom has it as well. Can this exercise still help reduce it?
Get shreded i had this it took me 6 months for this to go away got my chest built and somewhat of sixpack keep looking for yourself
Can you do a video about pectus excavatum?
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
How many sets reps and rest ?
Thank you, please, tell me, because I don’t understand English very good, when I raise my hands up I inhale or exhale
I think I have a severe case, I have unbearable pain from my neck all the way to my leg. Cheers!
I think this could help me but my spine is curved and rotated. The left ribs protrude towards the front, concave in the back and the right side ribs protrude in the back, concave in front. Any adjustments?
Same problem...please tell me a solution.
Same. So many doctors and practitioners don't seem to be very helpful, right?
I would find a pelvic floor physical therapist. Everything above the pelvis can manifest above it. The body is an I-beam from the pelvis to the shoulders. If the PT doesn't help, try a Rolfer. Also, I just discovered what is called a Hiphoook. Not sure if it helps yet.
BTW, either if you know if you're supposed to breathe in or out during this exercise?
Hi RoseAnn, by your description it sounds like you have a thoraco lumbar scoliosis. These exercise will help with the anterior rib flare, but not the rotation aspect of your ribs. For this you may need to see a health practitioner to get specific exercises which can be monitored for their effects on you. This can be treated effectively but not eliminated.
I have facing this issues, rib flare 😢
How to treat it ?
Someone told me long ago
" Stand up cross your arms in front you Then pretend your pulling off a t-shirt" then when down put your arms to side You will be standing straight
It works but then what 😅🤣
When i do any version i have pain in my pelvis/low ab. Any guess as to why? Thank you for you videos
Hi Christy, make sure you are not over using your superficial abdominal muscles, rather the deeper transversus abdominus. If you are doing it correctly, that pain should reduce as you mobilise your ribs and thoracic spine with the exercises. If it does persist, then you may have more stubborn unhappy joints or muscles that may need releasing by a professional.
Great video, will start doing the exercises everyday now. I do have one question, my father, brother, and myself all have rib flare as well as pectus excavatum. We have always believed it is genetic, and I have heard doing core exercises could fix rib flare. Would these exercises apply even if I was born with rib flare?
Update
Yes they would, but it will take some time to change. The main question is: Is you genetic posture causing more strain on your body?" If you experience pain or stiffness in this area, it possibly is. But some people are born with certain conditions that do not place more load on their bodies. These exercises may be unnecessary then. If you're not sure, its best to have this checked by a health professional.
How many times i have to do that?
After my L 10th rib multiple fracture about 8 months ago, i got lower chest bone pop up 1 month after an accident. i think it's a flare rib. What do you think if i do this exercise?
Thank you!
I have a question on the first method where do you push down on your ribs
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Welcome aboard!
I HAVE THIS DEFECT ON LEFT SIDE ONLY.
PLZZ TELL ME IS THE EXERCISE SAME FOR ME?
I also have it only on my left 😭 consult a doctor, he said its normal, especially since I'm very tall and thin..
@@sc1850 ME ALSO
NOW I JOINED THE GYM..
@@sc1850 Its not normal, they're just an idiot. I'm only 5 ft 10 and have it. And I was not skinny.. I came here because I noticed it as I have lost weight and realised it is connected to my back problems. So glad I found this vid.
@@user-qi3op7yr1gi have no idea how, but mine is fixed. I came across a TH-cam videos about breathing while pressing your stomach, i press on my flared ribs instead. Hope it helps 🙏
@@sc1850 Yes I've been doing the same kind of thing to see if it would help, its working. Mine is quite bad, so it will probably take a few months to correct fully. I'm doing a mixture of what you mentioned, and this chiro's demonstration. I'm going to try his method shortly.
You do the first excercise on the floor and not a bed like yours, you get scapula winging because there's nowhere for your shoulderblade to go :)
It looks like I have an ab below my pec. Is that rib flare?
yes
Are you inhaling or exhaling during the stretch? Thank you....
Would this help rib flare... In particular the left rib sticking out? I don't think i was born with it and I know my posture isn't good.
Luke, it's unlikely to help single ribs, it has more of a general effect on the rib cage and posture. If you have a focal area of concern, it's best you have this checked by a health professional.
@@nwpg2 thank! I did get this checked out, nothing I can do about it but it doesn't hurt me 😞.
@@lukem3203 You are stuck in left AIC right bc pattern. You can check pri on Internet.
I'm 16 year old and I have pectus excavatum and pectus craninatum on my chest mildly can I do this exercise
Yes you can
If you do the prostration as the Muslims do in their daily 5 prayers you will notice it's exactly the exercise you are teaching , infact even better cz when you're in the prostration, the weight of lungs and heart is naturally lifted off of the diaphragm making if easier to put the rib cage in :)
How do you draw the ribs down? Whenever i try that my stomach goes down but the ribs just stay where they are lol?
Me too! Help!