How to exercise after a rib fracture?

  Rib fractures occur in about 40-60% of chest injuries. They often occur in middle-aged and elderly people and are rarely seen in children. This is associated with increased brittleness of the bone. Fractures can be caused by either direct or indirect violence. In terms of treatment, active measures should be taken, and it is better to take measures with dietary care, so how to exercise for rib fracture?  The following are some ways to exercise for rib fractures: 1. Strength training can enhance the strength of the upper arm and spine, but also slow down the progress of osteoporosis, swimming and other water aerobic exercise is also beneficial to health.  2, heavy aerobic exercise including walking, dancing, stair climbing and gardening. This type of exercise can exercise the lower extremities and the lower spine of the bones, reduce the loss of bone minerals.  3, flexibility training can increase joint mobility, help the body balance and prevent muscle damage, while helping to maintain body shape.  4, in addition, for the more serious cases of rib fractures need timely surgical measures to deal with conservative treatment most need to take external fixation methods, the best Chinese medical care is necessary in the late recovery phase.  After a rib fracture must immediately go to the hospital to receive treatment, so as not to delay the condition and cause more serious injury.