My husband broken a rib last Friday. Went and got an xray to confirm it. Now he says he has a popping sensation. He is worried he is re-breaking the rib. ... View answer

I have 5 compression fractures in my spine and am facing open heart surgery. Should I be worried about the rib spreader breaking more vertebrae? ... View answer

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I am having pain on right side near center of chest at lowest rib, diaphragm area. has been two days no relief. not sure of anatomy in that area any suggestions or information that might help me ... View answer

i have had several broken ribs this year, in fact today i broke my 4th rib. just leaning against something and putting pressure on my ribs. I am 35 and never broke a rib before, could there be... View answer

Sometimes i feel breaking down of the bones especially around my chest . What could be the cause. ... View answer

My dad had surgery on Monday for a mitral valve replacement . He went into surgery 3 more times after that on the same day. He kept bleeding to much, finally after the 3rd surgery, they found the ... View answer

probably go into early labor due to my water breaking early. How much of a strain will this put on the ...I have torn rib muscles under my right breast, and I am also 31 weeks pregnant. My Doctor says... View answer

I have cracked or bruised one of my floating ribs on the left hand side. Can you prescribe something that I can utilize over the counter? I have had a history of breaking/cracking these ribs; and am ... View answer