The Economic Times

Wife suffers five broken ribs after husband hugs her, bizarre incident from China goes viral

A woman in China's Jiangsu province suffered five broken ribs and a hairline fracture after her husband hugged her. Doctors reportedly linked the injuries to osteoporosis, which weakens bones. She was treated without surgery and discharged, while a doctor explained why rib fractures from ordinary hugs are uncommon and outlined ways to maintain bone health.