... show more Hi seamsters and seamstresses! I just bought a gorgeous knit dress (a fine, drapey 100% poly/spandex jersey) that needs to be shortened about two inches so I can wear it on New Year's Eve.The original hem has been serged... show more Hi seamsters and seamstresses! I just bought a gorgeous knit dress (a fine, drapey 100% poly/spandex jersey) that needs to be shortened about two inches so I can wear it on New Year's Eve.
Broken (fractured) or bruised ribs are usually caused by a fall or blow to the chest, or occasionally by severe coughing. They can be very painful, but will normally improve within about three to six weeks. If you think you've injured your ribs, you'll often be able to look after yourself at home.
Thank you for your response to our blog. When you have a fractured rib or ribs you can experience pain and disability for the upwards of 6 weeks, depending on how severely the fracture is displaced. It can be helpful to see your doctor for pain management during this time.If your ribs are more severely injured or displaced you may need to see a specialist.ain is the most common symptom that people experience with rib fractures. It will often take the upwards of 6 weeks, sometimes 6 months for the fractures to heal and for patients to become entirely pain free.