Broken ribs

Cracked ribs are usually caused by trauma, but can be due to forceful coughing. Here’s what you can do to treat it.

What should the healing process look like? How do you know if the pain has been going on for too long? Here's some advice.

Having broken ribs can be a real pain on its own, don't let it affect your sleep. Here are a few tips on how to sleep with broken ribs.

What's the Difference Between Bruised and Broken Ribs? After a rib injury, if you feel unwell or more breathless than usual, seek medical advice immediately.

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Research suggests that cracked ribs may heal on their own in 1 to 2 months, but broken ribs with a jagged edge usually require immediate medical treatment. Generally, broken ribs occur after a direct blow to your chest or torso after an...

This common injury happens most often because of falls, car accidents or contact sports.

Broken Ribs Treatment Everyone knows the significance of our rib cage. The 12 pairs of ribs are not only protecting our heart and lungs, but they also provide support to several muscles in the upper body. This is why breaking a rib will make your day to day activities extremely painful. And, if your ribs are broken so badly they can cause serious damages to your internal organs as well. Given the position of our ribs, broken ribs are generally left to heal by itself. Read the following…