Xiphodynia: a diagnostic conundrum

Chiropr Osteopat. 2007 Sep 15:15:13. doi: 10.1186/1746-1340-15-13.

Abstract

This paper presents 3 case reports of xiphodynia that presented to a chiropractic clinic. The paper examines aspects of xiphodynia including relevant anatomy of the xiphoid, as well as the incidence, aetiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. A brief overview of the mechanism of referred pain is presented.