I am a 70 year old male & after falling I fractured a rib. Am taking Oxycodone/Acetaminophen & Ibuprofen. These help the pain somewhat during the day. My big problem is sleeping or lying in bed. Once in bed for 1 hour or more, the pain is overwhelming & need help to get up. Anything I can do to make this better. Like best positions when lying down.
I haven't fractured a rib so I don't have any personal experience in this, but I know that pain at night can severely interfere with getting a good night's sleep which is necessary for healing.