Interchondral subluxation or "clicking rib syndrome".
A case history of the interchondral subluxation syndrome is presented, the anatomy as related to the symptoms discussed and the literature of this so-called "clicking-rib syndrome" reviewed. Unfortunately, this syndrome is not widely recognized but it is hoped that this article will bring it to the attention of those most likely to encounter it-the primary-care physician-and so save numerous unnecessary investigations and consultations. Once one is aware of its existence, the condition is easily diagnosed by careful history and examination alone.
D000328:Adult; D002356:Cartilage / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D002357:Cartilage Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D007367:Intercostal Nerves / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D004204:Joint Dislocations; D008297:Male; D009408:Nerve Compression Syndromes / Q000175:diagnosis; D010146:Pain; D012272:Ribs / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D013900:Thoracic Nerves / Q000033:anatomy & histology