Three ribs (numbers 8-10) are called “false” ribs because they attach to the cartilage (not bone) of the ribs above them. The first seven ribs attach to a bone in the front of the chest called the sternum or breastbone. The ribcage contains 12 ribs total on each side, divided into three different types. The organs contained in the thoracic cavity, those found in the adjacent abdominal cavity, as well as the spine are also vulnerable to injury as the result of chest trauma. The ribcage protects important organs like the lungs and the heart. The chest, also called the thorax, contains several key anatomical structures and organs. After a rib injury, if you feel unwell or more breathless than usual, seek medical advice immediately. Good painkillers are important so that you can breathe and cough comfortably while the injury heals.
Rib injuries are common and usually heal themselves in a few weeks.
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