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I have a fracture in the posterolateral portion of 11th rib.what exercises can be done to expedite the recovery. i am 65 year old indian male?

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Dr. Hasan Khondker answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Rest and no: heavy lifting is the best treatment

Answered 1/5/2015

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