Dr. Mark Kryskow provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for non-traumatic disorders of the chest wall, with a focus on patients suffering from chronic pain, instability, or functional limitation related to the ribs, cartilage, and surrounding structures.
These conditions are often under-recognized and misdiagnosed, yet they can significantly impact breathing, movement, and daily life. Dr. Kryskow brings advanced clinical expertise to identify the root cause of symptoms and deliver individualized care—whether through targeted non-operative management or definitive surgical correction.
Conditions Treated
- Costal Cartilage Syndromes / Subluxation – Correction of rib cartilage instability or displacement causing pain or mechanical symptoms
- Intercostal Neuralgia – Targeted interventions for nerve-related chest wall pain
- Interchondral Joint Pain – Treatment of inflammation and dysfunction between rib cartilage joints
- Manubrosternal Arthropathies – Management of pain arising from sternum-rib joint disorders
- Costal Margin Impingement – Surgical or non-surgical solutions to relieve rib cage compression and irritation
- Other Lower Chest Wall, Rib, & Abdominal Disorders – Tailored approaches for rare, complex, or overlapping chest wall conditions
A Thoughtful, Precision-Based Approach
Dr. Kryskow’s care emphasizes accurate diagnosis, functional assessment, and durable solutions. By combining advanced imaging, ultrasound-guided evaluation, and refined surgical techniques, he addresses both the structural and neurologic contributors to chest wall pain. His goal is not just symptom relief, but the restoration of comfort, confidence, and full participation in daily life.
Specialized Care for Complex Problems
As a national leader in chest wall pathology and a key contributor to ongoing research on painful chest wall syndromes, Dr. Kryskow and his team offers expertise for patients who have often been told their condition is “unclear” or “untreatable.”