What are orthopedic injuries
Orthopedic injuries refer to those that cause damage to the musculoskeletal system. These injuries are common in serious accidents. The forces of vehicle collisions, falls, and other traumatic events are common causes of musculoskeletal damage. Most people who sustain orthopedic injuries can recover with the right treatment and most injuries are not life threatening. However, some victims of accidents will suffer permanent complications.
Getting Compensated
Orthopedic injuries are among the the most common forms of injury in personal injury claims and often successful in achieving compensation. It is possible to be compensated for emotional damages (pain and suffering) as well as economic damages. An example of an economic damage would be lost wages due to you taking time off to recover from your injury. Economic damages can also compensate for future damages such as medical appointments you will have to attend or more time you will need to take off work. Pain and Suffering damages are awarded to compensate you for the emotional stress you have been put under due to another parties negligence.
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Bone Fractures
Bone fractures are the most common type of orthopedic injury. Also known as broken bones, they can be quite serious. While bone fractures may be caused by many factors, almost all require medical treatment. As you allow your body to heal properly, your ability to use the injured area of your body will be temporarily lost. Most bone fractures can be treated medically without the need for any invasive procedures. Sometimes, however, surgery may be necessary to treat the patient. A settlement will depend on the intensity and scale of medical treatment you have and will receive for your injuries, as well as the cost of treatment. Approximately 6.3 million fractures occur each year in the U.S (u.osu.edu)
Bone Dislocations
Bone dislocations are caused by the force of impact of a fall or collision causing a bone to shift from its normal position. Although it is possible to “reset” dislocated bones in some cases, in others surgery may be necessary. Recovery from bone dislocations is similar to those resulting in bone fractures. This usually involves physical therapy and rest. Although bone dislocations are most common in the shoulder and fingers, they can also occur in the elbows and hips as well as the knees and other areas of the body.
Knee Injuries
Knee injuries are another common type of orthopedic injury. Unfortunately knee injuries are reported to be one of the most painful orthopedic injures. This is likely due to how much we use our knees to move on a daily basis. An injury to the knee can result in a loss of ability to work, walk, or perform basic daily tasks such as standing, sitting, or standing. A serious injury to the knee can cause long-term pain and discomfort.
Spine and Back Injuries
Spine and back injuries are two other common types of orthopedic injuries. They are usually seen in cases where victims have been in an accident, or suffered from a fall at work. Spine and back injures however are also seen in other cases due to being a very common injury. Like most orthopedic injuries, spine and back injuries require extensive, long-term medical treatment.
Neck Injuries
Neck injuries can be caused by many different types of injuries. A variety of injuries can occur to the neck and upper spine muscles. Some of these can be painful and debilitating. The nervous system can also be affected by orthopedic injuries to the neck. This can lead to symptoms like pain, numbness, and tingling all over the body. Whiplash, which is common in the neck, often resulting from falls or vehicle collisions. “According to the CPSC, an estimated 23,720 neck fractures were treated at U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2018. “
Summarized from an article by Banafshe Law Firm.
