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CAR ACCIDENT SPINAL CORD BACK INJURIESSpinal cord injuries frequently result in paralysis and numbness. It can cause reflex problems, breathing problems, and bowel and bladder control problems. Muscle spasms, sensitivity, pain, and sexual problems are all possible side effects. Bedsores, bladder infections, and lung infections are examples of secondary medical issues.
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading causes of death in people under the age of 65. Falls are the most common cause of death in people over the age of 65. Workplace injuries, diving injuries, electric shocks, bullet and/or stab wounds, excessive twisting of the body, and sports injuries are some of the other causes. Back injuries caused by the negligence of others should be investigated by a Dallas back injury lawyer to determine what harms were caused by the negligent party and what that person, entity, or insurance company owes for that injury.
BACK INJURIES CAUSED BY TRAUMASprains and strains. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn. Ligaments are connective tissues that connect bones at joints. Sprains can be caused by falling, twisting, or being hit. Sprains of the ankle and wrist are common. Pain, swelling, bruising, and the inability to move your joint are all symptoms. When the injury occurs, you may feel a pop or tear.
A strain is a muscle or tendon that has been stretched or torn. Tendons are the connective tissues that connect muscle to bone. Twisting or pulling on these tissues can strain them. Strains can occur suddenly or gradually. Muscle strains in the back and hamstrings are common. Many people experience strains while participating in sports. Pain, muscle spasms, swelling, and difficulty moving the muscle are all symptoms.
Initially, both sprains and strains are usually treated by resting the injured area, icing it, wearing a bandage or device that compresses the area, and taking medications. Exercise and physical therapy may be used later in the treatment process.
Herniated or bulging discs. A herniated disc occurs when the annulus fibrosus (the outer portion) of the vertebral disc tears, allowing the nucleus (the inner portion) to herniate or extrude through the fibers. The herniated material can compress the nerves surrounding the disc, causing pain to radiate through the back and sometimes down the arms and legs (if the herniation is in the cervical spine) (if the herniation is in the lumbar spine).
Fractured vertebrae. Spinal fractures are not the same as a broken arm or leg. A vertebral fracture or dislocation can cause bone fragments to pinch and injure the spinal nerves or spinal cord. The majority of spinal fractures are caused by car accidents, falls, gunshots, or sports. Injuries can range from minor ligament and muscle strains to bony vertebral fractures and dislocations, as well as debilitating spinal cord damage. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may feel pain, have difficulty walking, or be unable to move your arms or legs (paralysis). Many fractures heal without surgery; however, severe fractures may necessitate surgery to realign the bones.
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BACK INJURIES AND THEIR CAUSESCar accidents, falls, sports injuries, assaults, and other traumatic events are examples of acute injuries. Additionally, overuse injuries can occur as a result of poor posture, lifting, standing, walking, sitting, or even sleeping. Back conditions can also be from degeneration, deformities, tumors, infections, arthritis, Paget’s disease, and other conditions that cause back pain can also cause back problems.
A Dallas back injury lawyer will be able to help prove the case and help recover the compensation needed by the person injured.
BACK INJURY SYMPTOMS THAT ARE COMMONPain, tenderness, pain with movement, coughing, sneezing, or laughing, stiffness, difficulty moving, difficulty standing up straight, muscle spasms, bruising, swelling, and radiating pain down either leg or both are common symptoms of back injuries.
SERIOUS BACK INJURY SYMPTOMSSharp pains rather than dull pains, pain radiating into the buttocks or legs, sudden weakness in your legs, incontinence of the bowels or bladder, numbness or tingling in the groin area or bottom are all serious symptoms of a back injury that should be treated as an emergency.
TREATMENT FOR CAR ACCIDENT-RELATED BACK INJURIESA traumatic injury is a back injury caused by a car accident. The treatment will differ depending on the type of injury sustained. Spinal fractures frequently require different treatment than sprains or strains.
The type of doctor to see for a back injury differs as well. Family doctors, emergency room doctors, pediatricians, orthopedists, chiropractors, physical therapists, osteopaths, neurologists, neurosurgeons, and massage therapists are examples of professionals.
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Spinal cord injuries can be debilitating and life-changing. We understand that you want your medical bills paid, your lost wages paid, and your insurance company to cover the entire loss. We will discuss your options and assist you in dealing with the insurance company and any other parties involved in the case to ensure that you receive a prompt and appropriate result. If you are needing a personal injury attorney, call (972) 599-4100 for a free consultation. Discuss the issues in your case with our Dallas back injury lawyer to see what can be done for you.
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