Blunt chest trauma is an injury that is caused by a hard, direct hit or blow to the chest. The blow can be strong enough to injure multiple body parts. Blunt chest trauma often results in bruised or broken (fractured) ribs. In many cases, the soft tissue in the chest wall is also injured, and this causes pain and bruising. Internal organs, such as the heart and lungs, can become injured as well.
Blunt chest trauma can lead to serious medical problems. This injury requires immediate medical care.
What are the causes?
Causes of blunt chest trauma include:
Motor vehicle collisions
Falls
Physical violence
Sports injuries
What are the signs or symptoms?
Symptoms of this condition include:
Chest pain. The pain may be worse when you move