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I have been diagnosed with a rib fracture or bruise as it can be said...what diet do i take to enhance early back to work routine?

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Dr. Loki Skylizard answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Balanced diet: Agree with dr. Merriman. Key is complete and balanced diet. Supplemental vitamins and minerals as needed under the guidance of your family physician. That said, the most critical thing in rib bruise and/or minor fracture is to keep active, deep breath and simple stretching exercises. Do not tape or wrap or restrict your chest.

Answered 1/28/2015

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