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Costovertebral joint injection

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A costovertebral joint injection is used to diagnose and treat pain in the joints between the ribs and thoracic spine. Ribs attach to the spine through joints that move during breathing. Costovertebral joint pain can result from injuries, arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Costovertebral joint injections are used both to clarify the cause of pain and to treat it.

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