The ribs most likely to fracture are

Ribs 4 - 7

are relatively long and relatively fixed, so when the chest is subjected to external forces, such as impact, compression, etc., these ribs are more likely to withstand greater forces, thus increasing the risk of fracture. In addition, they are located in the middle of the thorax, which is more likely to be directly impacted in an accident. Compared with ribs in other positions, they are more likely to be injured and fracture. In addition, the mobility of the chest is relatively large. When violent exercise or sudden external impact occurs, the fourth to seventh ribs are more likely to fracture due to instantaneous force transmission due to their position and structural characteristics.

In daily life and work, attention should be paid to protecting the chest from strong impact or compression to reduce the incidence of rib fractures. If rib fractures are suspected, they should be diagnosed and treated promptly.