Liver and Gallbladder Congestion

Nearly 100% of costochondritis cases presenting in chiropractic practice occurred on the right side, correlating with the liver's anatomical position. When the liver or gallbladder becomes congested or enlarged, it creates pressure against the inner rib cage, producing pain at the rib-sternum junction. Patients with right-sided costochondritis consistently present with digestive symptoms such as bloating. The pancreas, located on the left side, shares ductal connections with the biliary system and can contribute to left-sided costochondritis.