Normally a broken rib will heal up completely without any real residual permanent damage. The Illinois Workers Compensation Commission has usually awards little or no money for a broken rib.
If there are other injuries sustained in the same accident, then an award will usually be made for the other injury involved but not the broken rib.
Seek the advice of an Illinois workers comp attorney for your work injury.
Workman's comp doesn't "settle" where I live, It pays a portion of your wages while you recover. When your Doctor tells you that you are capable to work benefits end.
The ribs are broken and not in their normal place in the body.
why is there burning in my ribs
It is not recommended to use a hot tub with broken ribs as the heat can worsen inflammation and pain in the affected area. It's best to consult with a doctor for proper guidance on managing broken ribs.
Yes, if one of your ribs is broken. There are cases of accident victims with heart attack and broken ribs (e.g. car drivers in a crash) being killed by rescue workers giving cardiac massage for the heart attack, only to accidentally drive a broken rib through the heart wall. Poor outcome generally....
I've just had an offer of £3,000 for 3 broken ribs Jay99
Yes, he has had broken ribs.
broken ribs
The broken hull exposed the shattered ribs of the grounded ship, lying askew in the shoals. My ribs hurt!
Yes
yes they can.
Typically, no. The most common treatment for broken ribs is pain management and allowing them to heal on their own. In severe cases or if the rib is causing complications, a doctor may recommend a supportive brace or surgery.