question: I fell against a fireplace and hearth, bruising and cracking my rib all on my left side and around my back. Even though I am managing with Tylenol, I am wondering..how long will it take for my rib to mend back? The pain is not severe but uncomfortable to lay anyway but on my back to sleep and I am a side sleeper ! Thanks for your advice..Ms Bobbye Wiley, age 78. YYYY@YYYY