0
What else can I help you with?
What conditions could cause pain in the rib cage?
Costochondritis is a common inflammatory condition of the place where the rib and rib cartilage meet. Other lung and related conditions, such as pleuritis, can also cause inflammation in the chest and rib cage area.
What is the difference in a fractured bone and a broken bone?
A cracked rib is only partially broken; the rib is still mostly intact and able to do its job, and doesn't need (or have) any special treatment except not doing what cracked it in the first place. A broken rib is more dangerous, as there are two loose ends floating around that may pierce internal organs and do a lot more damage to you. It requires medical attention to ensure this does not happen, but there is not much more that can be done than keep an eye on it.
Where is Rib 7 and rib 8 in the human body?
Rib 7 is located in the thoracic region of the spine, attaching to the thoracic vertebrae in the back and connecting to the sternum in the front. Rib 8 is located just below rib 7, attaching in a similar manner. Both ribs help protect the organs of the upper abdomen.
What job does the rib bone do?
The rib bones protect vital organs such as the heart and lungs by forming a protective cage around them. Additionally, they provide structure and support to the torso, allowing for the expansion and contraction of the chest during breathing.
A rib that attaches to the sternum by the cartilage of rib 7 has what name?
The rib that attaches to the sternum by the cartilage of rib 7 is called the "7th costal cartilage" or "costal cartilage of the 7th rib."
You think you crank your rib cage?
A cracked rib can be caused by a fall, excessive coughing, or just about anything. There is no real treatment for a cracked rib besides time.
How do you determine a cracked rib?
You get a chest X-ray!
Can you lose weight with a corset?
A corset can help you to lose weight by reducing your stomach capacity, but the compression itself will not cause weight loss.
Does wearing a corset help give you a smaller waist?
yes, wearing a corset gives you a smaller waist and usually boosts your breasts .
What can be done for a cracked rib?
There isn't much that can be done for a bruised rib. Take a pain medication as directed and take it easy until the rib heals.
What might cause a pain in rib with lump under skin by left rib for three months and persistent cough?
A part of your lung might have collapsed. Your rib might be cracked or is squishing your lung to where it's making you cough.
What is a barrel rib?
A rib that is on top of the barrel. Used to help in aiming
Pains in the chest?
This can be a sign of almost anything from a heart attack to a cracked rib to indigestion. You need to be more specific.
Where can one find an old fashioned corset dress?
The old fashion corset dress can be purchased at websites, such as Corset Story, Corset Heaven and Corset Maker. They offer regular and custom old fashion corset dresses at affordable prices.
What do the rib bones do?
Your rib bones help protect your heart and lungs e.g if you didnt have a rib bone your heart and lung wouldt supported :)
What is worse a fractured or a cracked rib?
Both can be as painful as each other. Even if the rib is broken there is nothing that can be done medically other than wait for it to heal. It usually takes around 4-6 weeks for a bruised rib to heal, roughly about the same time as a broken one.
What job does the rib bones?
Your rib bones help protect your heart and lungs e.g if you didnt have a rib bone your heart and lung wouldt supported :)
