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Does your rib cage shrink with age? Understanding age-related changes to the thorax

According to MedlinePlus, bones can thin and change shape with age, potentially affecting the mobility of your rib cage. This natural process raises a key question for many seniors: does your rib cage shrink with age? The answer involves several complex anatomical shifts that impact the chest, but it is more about shape and function than outright 'shrinking.'