The exact cause of the condition is not understood, however the pathogenesis of the condition is likely to involve hypermobility of the floating ribs. These hypermobile 11th and 12th ribs subsequently result in irritation of the intercostal nerves, leading to neuropathic pain.
Twelfth rib syndrome
Slipping rib syndrome
Iliocostal friction syndrome
Scalp–ear–nipple syndrome
Rib fracture
Thoracic insufficiency syndrome
Lung hernia
Thoracic outlet syndrome