Hi,
I had right rib resection on Oct. 25 and left rib resection on Oct. 27. My Dr. doesn't feel that I will be able to go back to work for at least a year. I have a lot of pain across my chest and in my upper arms. I get periodic numbness in my arms and hands. I hope that that is only the nerves healing. I was told not to lift anyhting over 5 pounds for 3 months. I go back to see my surgeon in January, and then he will decide what to do about physio etc. I have full range of motion, and have good grip strength in my hands. I try my best not to post too often as computer use really agravates things.
If you have any questions I will try my best to answer from my experience.

Wishing you a pain free Christmas.
Tracy