Introduction Chest pain is often alarming because it can signal serious heart or lung conditions. However, not all chest pain is cardiac or respiratory in origin. A common and usually less dangerous cause is musculoskeletal chest pain, which arises from the muscles, bones, joints, or connective tissues of the chest wall. While uncomfortable, this type of pain is often treatable with rest, simple home measures, and sometimes medical therapy. Understanding the causes and relief strategies can help distinguish it from more urgent conditions. What Is Musculoskeletal Chest Pain Musculoskeletal chest pain refers to discomfort that originates in the muscles, ribs,…