Fractured Ribs Popping Sound
What is slipping rib syndrome? Slipping rib syndrome occurs when the cartilage on a person’s lower ribs slips and moves, leading to pain in their chest or upper abdomen. Slipping rib syndrome goes by many names, including clicking rib, displaced ribs, rib tip syndrome, nerve nipping, painful rib syndrome, and interchondral subluxation, among others. The condition is slightly more common in women than men. It’s been reported in people as young as 12 years and as old as mid-80s, but it middle-aged people. Overall, the syndrome is considered rare. What are the symptoms of slipping rib syndrome?
Fractured Rib Popping Sound
The symptoms of slipping rib syndrome vary from person to person. 
In general, the symptoms are described as: • intermittent sharp stabbing pain in the upper abdomen or back, followed by a dull, achy sensation • slipping, popping, or clicking sensations in the lower ribs • difficulty breathing • worsening of symptoms when bending, lifting, coughing, sneezing, deep breathing, stretching, or turning in bed Most cases of slipping rib syndrome occur on one side (unilateral), but the condition has been reported to occur on both sides of the ribcage (bilateral). Visit a doctor right away if you have trouble breathing or have intense chest pain, as this can indicate something more serious, such as a heart attack. What causes slipping rib syndrome?