Is it normal for your ribs to stick out?

Answer 1

Ribs are the framework that provides protection for our lungs, heart, and some other organs. They also hold open a space where the lungs can expand and contract. The muscles that connect them lie between and behind the ribs themselves, so there isn't much except fat between the skin and the bones beneath. Thus, most healthy people at healthy weights have very little padding in that region to conceal the ribs' contour.

That said, if the ribs are visible at any time other than when one takes a deep breath, it might be a good idea to weigh yourself and consult a Body Mass Index chart to determine if you might be underweight for your height. If the numbers don't match up, consult your doctor for solutions.

Answer 2

Yes it can. When I was 15 I noticed one rip cage sticking out more than the other. I went to a doctor and he said it was common and it was nothing to worry about, if you are a woman try not to wear underwired Bras.

Answer 3

well , scoliosis doesn't matter much if you don't have enough pain while breathing .

following are the few causes for such a problem to occur :-

1. sleeping on a hard bed having uneven surface
2. improper exercise . one may follow some precautions while doing heavy exercise . it's better to start with a light exercises , yoga , warm up , jogging and then finally heavy exercises .
3. improper posture while sitting , reading & standing .
4. flatulence . this is the major cause for body malfunction . try some yoga like pranayam and alom vilom .
5. never do any kind of exercise with a full stomach .
6. if you have a bent backbone , try to do push-up's instead of using dumbells .

Answer 4

the ribs cover the lungs for protection and the lungs must expand with exhalation in inhalation so ribs must be flexible.

Answer 5

Well, my ribs stick out. I wouldn't be able to get rid of it unless I became really really fat! :P

Answer 6

if you eat healthily and have a good balanced diet and exercise and there is no suggestion you are underweight, yes, it is quite normal.

Answer 7

because of lungs