I’ve had a pain in my side for a year and a half. It usually only hurts when I sit for extended periods of time greater than 30 minutes. Lately I’ve noticed that it hurts when I come back up after bending over. It’s on my right side and I would guess it’s between about the 3rd or 4th rib from the bottom. I’ve had no blood in urine, no frequent urination, and no painful urination so I’m not too worried about kidneys.
Once I had an x-ray and the doctor said he couldn’t see any kind of infection or broken bones. I had some physical therapy, went to a chiropractor, and have had no success. I would describe it as a stabbing pain that makes me want to lay down. Any clue what it could be?
#1 by mistify on February 25, 2010 - 8:06 pm
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It is definetely characteristic of a mechanical type of pain (meaning probably non medical). Examples include a bulging or herniated upper lumbar or thorasic vertebral disc.
If your PT was not certified in mechanical diagnosis and therapy, I would try PT again with someone who is: http://www.mckenziemdt.org In a matter of a few visits, your prognosis should be quite definitive. It’s time to get a second opinion from another PT.
#2 by God Bless America on February 26, 2010 - 2:55 am
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I had a pinched nerve and had the same symptoms you have. It starts in the right side and stays there until I get up and walk around. Go to a physical therapist and they will take care of it, IF that is what it is.