What Is the Function of the Costal Cartilage?

Costal cartilage is located on the ventral side of the ribs and is composed of transparent cartilage. The first few pairs of costal cartilage are directly connected to the sternum and are called true ribs or sternum ribs. The costal cartilage of the remaining ribs are connected by connective tissues in sequence to form a costal arch ( Arcus costails), such ribs become false ribs or bow ribs. Some costal cartilage ends are free, called floating ribs.

Costal chondritis, also known as costal cartilage hyperplasia, refers to chronic aseptic inflammation that occurs in the costal cartilage. The disease is prevalent in women aged 20-30. The cause is unknown and is generally believed to be related to trauma or strain. Compression of the chest causes acute damage to the sternocostal joint cartilage or chronic strain such as long-term weight-bearing in the upper arm, leading to the onset of sterilized inflammation of costal cartilage and thickening. Overwork is the cause of this disease. The severity and remission of clinical symptoms after the onset are closely related to overwork. The pathology of costal chondritis shows that the costal cartilage is curved forward, fusiform swelling, cartilage hyperplasia, costal cartilage widens, cartilage calcium deposits, and costal cartilage calcification is ring-shaped. Under the microscope, costal cartilage periosteum was thickened, with inflammatory infiltration, fibrous tissue hyperplasia, and calcium deposits in cartilage. ^[1]

1. In daily life, you should eat more foods such as leek, orange, dog meat, red beans, etc. These foods have Shujintongluo and analgesic effects.

2. It can massage the part by itself several times a day to ensure blood circulation.

3. Participate in more outdoor sports, strengthen exercise and strengthen the system.

4, usually pay attention to keep warm to prevent cold. Do not take off your clothes immediately when your body is sweating to prevent the wind from catching cold.

5. Wear soft, dry clothes and avoid dampness.

6. If you have a cold frequently, you can get flu vaccine if necessary.

7, pay attention to work and rest, do not be too tired. When working, pay attention to raising the awareness of protection, and correct the posture of lifting heavy objects. Do not use excessive force to prevent damage to the sternum, cartilage and ligaments.