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Does osteoporosis effect the healing of a rib fracture?
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Theoretically yes: but because ribs are not weight bearing bones, not as much as it would affect long bones or vertebra. Osteopenia is probably a contributing factor for the original fracture, making the rib weaker and more prone to fracture. But it should not affect the healing time that much.
Answered 5/16/2016
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