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I Fell On My Back And Think I Broke A
Question: I fell on my back and think I broke a rib in my back,. what should I do?, I fell during exercise, I was doing incline pull ups and i was at an approximate 45* angle when the devise i was using gave way and I hit the ground hard.
Brief Answer:
You should be investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Pain after injury can be due to Musculoskeletal cause without Fracture Rib.To exclude Rib fracture,XRay Chest (AP view) should be taken.Ultrasound chest should also be taken to exclude any collection in the Pleura(layer around Lungs)
If the above tests are normal,then I prescribe Skeletal muscle relaxant tablet containing Thiocolchicoside.
If rib fracture is noted, Calcium tablets will be added.No specific intervention is needed for a rib fracture.If multiple ribs are injured,then Thoracic Surgeon will decide regarding the management.
Please consult a doctor and get investigated.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wish you good health and speedy recovery
Regards
You should be investigated
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Pain after injury can be due to Musculoskeletal cause without Fracture Rib.To exclude Rib fracture,XRay Chest (AP view) should be taken.Ultrasound chest should also be taken to exclude any collection in the Pleura(layer around Lungs)
If the above tests are normal,then I prescribe Skeletal muscle relaxant tablet containing Thiocolchicoside.
If rib fracture is noted, Calcium tablets will be added.No specific intervention is needed for a rib fracture.If multiple ribs are injured,then Thoracic Surgeon will decide regarding the management.
Please consult a doctor and get investigated.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,I will clarify further.
Wish you good health and speedy recovery
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Can you issue a request for ex ray and have results sent to you? I am concerned about going to a doctors office at this time.
Brief Answer:
Your doctor can ask for an X-ray chest
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You should consult a doctor who examines clinically and asks for an X-ray if necessary.
If you cannot go to a Doctor, take Skeletal muscle relaxant tablet which contains Thiocolchicoside or Anti-inflammatory tablet like Acetaminophen-Diclofenac for the time being.
If there is no response, you should consult a doctor.
As I told you earlier, there is no active intervention for a fractured rib.
Please stop the exercises. Give rest to the area. Apply cold sponging gently.
Nothing to worry.
Regards
Your doctor can ask for an X-ray chest
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You should consult a doctor who examines clinically and asks for an X-ray if necessary.
If you cannot go to a Doctor, take Skeletal muscle relaxant tablet which contains Thiocolchicoside or Anti-inflammatory tablet like Acetaminophen-Diclofenac for the time being.
If there is no response, you should consult a doctor.
As I told you earlier, there is no active intervention for a fractured rib.
Please stop the exercises. Give rest to the area. Apply cold sponging gently.
Nothing to worry.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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