Healing Broken Bones: Diet, Recovery & Care for Injuries

For individuals recovering from fractures, a specialized diet rich in bone-healing nutrients can accelerate recovery. Understanding the complications of injuries like a broken sternum or nose is essential for effective home care and rehab.

Symptoms of a Broken Sternum

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Walter Davis

A sternal fracture is a cracked or broken sternum often caused by trauma -- commonly seen in vehicle accidents when the steering wheel hits the driver’s chest. The sternum, or breast bone, is the long vertical bone in the center of the chest.