Broken ribs
Broken ribsQuestionWhat can you do about broken ribs? AnswerUnfortunately, you can't do much about broken ribs except control the pain until the fracture heals. Broken ribs are a common injury, usually caused by trauma to the chest. Signs and symptoms include:
Pain medications may help relieve discomfort. Doctors typically don't recommend compression wraps for broken ribs unless absolutely necessary for pain. This is because compression wraps can keep you from taking deep breaths, which can increase the risk of lung infections. Broken ribs usually heal completely in about two months. Last Updated: 09/29/2005 © 1998-2012 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
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