Bev,

I am 16 days post-op right first rib resection. I too have this tightness along my neck. My incision never hurt but that tight muscle is a little uncomfortable. Mine is also swollen...it makes my neck look crooked but I know it's just temporary. My fingers are still numb. The other night I woke up in the middle of the night with my right hand is severe pain. I can't figure out why. Took max. pain meds and fell asleep. Didn't hurt the next morning. Basically I think things are going very well but pain has increased after leaving the hospital.

Susanne