I broke 3 ribs about a year ago from playing golf. I also have been diagnosed with Osteoporosis of the spine. I had an infusion and have been taking calcium religiously. I was feeling really good and thought my ribs were healed, but recently, after a spin class and exercise, the area where I had broken my ribs feel painful. When I hit a golf ball the impact hurts. Should I be worried that I re-broke my ribs?
Usually the rib fracture heal really well though there may be MAL union. The pain of are referring to is not due to fracture unless you have fallen again. don't strain more than you can with stand ok. If in doubt get an X-ray chest to rule out a fresh fracture or see the amount of union of old fracture