Intercostal Neuralgia

Chest wall nerve pain relief through targeted intercostal nerve treatment.

What is Intercostal Neuralgia?

Intercostal neuralgia is a neuropathic pain condition caused by damage, irritation, or inflammation of the intercostal nerves, which run along the underside of each rib. It typically manifests as sharp, shooting, or burning pain that wraps around the chest wall or upper abdomen, often mimicking other internal organ issues.

 

What is Intercostal Neuralgia?

Intercostal neuralgia is a neuropathic pain condition caused by damage, irritation, or inflammation of the intercostal nerves, which run along the underside of each rib. It typically manifests as sharp, shooting, or burning pain that wraps around the chest wall or upper abdomen, often mimicking other internal organ issues.

 

Common Symptoms

Sharp burning chest pain

Radiating ribcage discomfort

Stabbing sensations

Tenderness.

Causes & Risk Factors

Causes & Risk Factors

If You experience unexplained, sharp, or burning chest pain that limits breathing. Pain has lasted more than 2–3 weeks, is worsening, disturbing your sleep, or affecting daily activity please book a consultation.

 

Treatments We Offer

Nerve Block

Local anaesthetic and/or steroid delivered to a specific nerve to interrupt pain signals.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Precisely deactivates pain-transmitting nerves using controlled heat day-care procedure.

FAQs

Depending on the treatment, relief can be felt within hours to a few weeks. Your doctor will explain the timeline that applies to your specific case.

 

The majority of Intercostal Neuralgia pain cases are managed without surgery. Interventional pain procedures most performed as day care are usually the first line.

 

Yes, when performed by a trained pain specialist under image guidance. Dr. Rajgure has 25+ years of experience and follows strict safety protocols.

Gurukrupa Nursing Home & Pain Management Centre a multi-specialty nursing home in Garkheda, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Contacts

Plot No. 24, Kalptaru Housing Society, Pahade Corner, Garkheda, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Maharashtra 431009.

+91 7387787756 (Appointments)

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