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What Is The Difference Between A Cracked Rib And A Broken Rib?
I fell yesterday on my back, left shoulder area. It is difficult to breathe and extremely painful. Nothing appears out of place. what is the difference between a cracked rib and a broken rib? Is it just the pain level, or what are things I should consider. I understand there is not much to be done, other than wrapping the rib cage, that a Dr can do. I have not gone in for an X-ray yet.
Fri, 17 Mar 2017
Hi...
The difference between a cracked rib and broken rib...both are fractures difference is how big the crack is ...
In short..
Cracked rib is kind of hairline fracture of a rib.whereas the broken rib could a situation in the continuity of rib with or without displacement...
Displaced fracture can lead to a improper union and displaced fracture is a bit concern as it can damaga internal organs...
Hope this information is helpful...
The difference between a cracked rib and broken rib...both are fractures difference is how big the crack is ...
In short..
Cracked rib is kind of hairline fracture of a rib.whereas the broken rib could a situation in the continuity of rib with or without displacement...
Displaced fracture can lead to a improper union and displaced fracture is a bit concern as it can damaga internal organs...
Hope this information is helpful...
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