Joe H Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 It's been 3 1/2 weeks and it still hurts. I know there's nothing that can be done so I didn't go to the doctor. It's not pain as much as discomfort. Sleeping is a real pain. Should I avoid physical activity until pain goes away or should I start some exersize to try and strengthen it. I don't want to reaggravate or lengthen the time it takes to heal. Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backbeach Jake Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 Go to the doctor. My first one took nearly 6 months because I didn't see a doc. The rest 4-6 weeks. The Doc will tell is you REALLY screwed something up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy z Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 Patience my friend. Let it be. Go see a doc, get an x-ray. AKN-2 USS Sagittarius BE ENCOURAGING, NOT DISCOURAGING <*((())))>< <*((())))>< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TACKLE JUNKIE Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 My boss was messing with me so I grabbed him in a semi bear hug without locking my hands, had food in them, and gave him a little squeeze. I heard 2 pops and let him go thinking I broke his glasses. Started gasping that he couldn't breath. Turns out I broke 2 of his ribs . That was 15 years ago and he still tells me how bad it hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new braintree Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 You are looking at about 6 weeks. If it still hurts after that, go get it checked out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidlips Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 It's not a cracked rib btw, it's torn cartilidge that holds the rib cage together. Apparently cartilidge heals more slowly than bone. Â Happy healing. this has to be the most disrespectful and disgusting thread I've ever seen posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late-start Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 I have a good idea what your doctor will say. Regardless if it is broken or bruised there is nothing to do other then try to treat the symptoms as best as possible while it heals. Healing time can be several weeks to many months. Take ibuprofen 800mg TID with food (that will help with the pain and inflammation). You can also take Tylenol 500-1000mg QID as well. Ice might work as well. Try to rest that area as best you can for the first month and then slowly advance yoru activity level. Go see a doctor if you have difficulty breathing, excessive cough especially if with blood or persistent fevers or chills. Â Hope that helps "They that go down to the sea in ships" Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMc Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 late-start, what's TID & QID mean? You know it must be a penguin bound down if you hear that terrible screaming and there ain't no other birds around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad in Nj Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 qid = 4x daily tid = 3x daily   Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late-start Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 sorry "They that go down to the sea in ships" Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMc Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 Thanks, I failed Latin. You know it must be a penguin bound down if you hear that terrible screaming and there ain't no other birds around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad in Nj Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 google   Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMc Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 duh :smackingmyselfintheheadicon: but then my post count doesn't go up. You know it must be a penguin bound down if you hear that terrible screaming and there ain't no other birds around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seal Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 Any advice? Â Â Beer.............. QID. Justice will only exist where those not affected by injustice are filled with the same amount of indignation as those offended. ~ Plato Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadogface Posted March 13, 2007 Report Share Posted March 13, 2007 sweetheart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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