How long does it take to heal a slight fracture of the rib?

Pain is worse : For a few days, followed by 6-8 weeks for healing. After a few days the worst pain usually is gone and it just aches with deep breathing and certain motions and many dont need pan meds. It is important to make sure you are getting a good deep breath and dont develop other issue and to determine the cause or quality of the break with xrays .....Just dont assume.