Rib stabilization surgery (IMAGE) Medical University of South Carolina Caption Evert Eriksson, M.D., performs SSRF procedures on patients with fractured and dislocated ribs to decrease complications and improve comfort during recovery. Credit Brennan Wesley, MUSC Health Usage Restrictions use with credit License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.