Rib Resection Treatment in India

Anjali Khan, a 42-year-old high school...

Anjali Khan, a 42-year-old high school biology teacher and mother of two, had endured a constant, deep ache under her right shoulder blade for over three years. The pain, initially dismissed as poor posture from grading papers, became a sharp, stabbing sensation with any overhead movement, like writing on the whiteboard or reaching for a plate. She loved hiking and yoga but had to give them up. After countless physiotherapy sessions and painkillers offered only temporary relief, a thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) diagnosis was confirmed via imaging and nerve studies. Her vascular surgeon explained that her first rib was compressing nerves and blood vessels. He recommended a transaxillary rib resection to remove the compressive portion of the rib. Anjali was terrified of surgery but desperate for her life back. The procedure went smoothly. The first week was tough, with significant pain and limited arm movement, but she followed her physio plan diligently. Within six weeks, the chronic, debilitating ache was gone. She cried with relief when she could comfortably lift her arm to put away groceries. Emotionally, she transitioned from feeling broken and frustrated by her body's betrayal to empowered and grateful. She's now slowly returning to gentle yoga, her joy in simple movements renewed.