Question 1

do rib fractures heal by themselves or not?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Only the extremely rare fractures that involve multiple segments of the same rib or adjacent ribs need surgical repair.  Even many of these will heal by themselves.

Question 2

can i do cardio exercise while my rib fractures heal?

Accepted Answer

Cardio as tolerated: Rib fractures can cause breathing-related pain until the fracture ends start to heal and stick together. This usually occurs after several weeks. You can use pain as your guide and advance with activities (cardio) as tolerated.

Question 3

how long will it take 3 posterior rib fractures to heal?

Accepted Answer

Weeks: symptons will resolve in 2-6 weeks with complete healing from 6 weeks to 3 months

Question 4

2nd 3rd and 4th posterior rib fractures. will the grinding under my shoulder blade go away when they heal?

Accepted Answer

Yes it will: Yes it will go away as the ribs heal

Question 5

will rib fractures secondary to cushings disease heal after the cushings is cured (pituitary tumor surgery)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Wishing you the best. Sorry your disease got that far, and best wishes.

Question 6

is non union common with rib fractures?

Accepted Answer

Yes- uncommon: Rib fracture nonunions are uncommon

Question 7

is it common for rib fractures to develop malunions?

Accepted Answer

No: very unusual get orthopedic consult for diagnosis

Question 8

how do you treat multiple rib fractures?

Accepted Answer

Let me help: In most cases, broken ribs heal on their own in one or two months. Adequate pain control is important, so you can continue to breathe deeply and avoid lung complications, such as pneumonia.Good luck, thank you.

Question 9

how long will 3 posterior rib fractures hurt?

Accepted Answer

They will stop hurt-: -ing as they heal. Because there is good blood supply &amp; they are supported by the adjacent ribs, after a week you should notice the pain noticeably decrease fairly rapidly.

Question 10

what are the tests for multiple rib fractures?

Accepted Answer

Rib Fractures: Physical exam is the first thing that needs to be done. A good chest xray will usually pick up rib fractures.  Rarely is a more advanced imaging necessary such as ct.

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