Breast contusion
A breast contusion is bruising of the breast tissue, caused by a direct impact on the area. Common examples of this are being hit by a ball such as in hockey or cricket or being …
Direct impact to the chest
Collapsed Lung or Pneumothorax
A collapsed lung is also known as a pneumothorax. It occurs when there is a build-up of air in the space between the lungs and the rib cage. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and …
Sternoclavicular Sprain
The collarbone connects to the sternum or breastbone in the middle of the chest at the top. If the shoulder is subjected to a hard impact, this joint (known as the sternoclavicular joint), can become …
Sternum Fracture
A Sternum fracture is a break of the breastbone in the middle of the chest. In more severe cases it dislocates at the sternoclavicular joint. Sternum fracture symptoms Symptoms of a fractured sternum include: Sudden …
Bruised Ribs & Rib Fractures
The most common injuries to the ribs are contusions and fractures caused by direct impact. A stress fracture of the rib is rare, but can also occur through overuse. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, …