Soft Tissue Injuries - More Than Meets the Eye
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According to a 2002 study by the Insurance Research Council tears, sprains and strains, referred to as soft tissue injuries, are the most common type of injury reported to a car accident lawyer. 8 out of 10 persons injured in a car accident suffer this type of injury (Insurance Research Council, 2002). Our car accident attorneys have handled many claims arising from car accidents that caused these type of injuries.
Treatment of Soft Tissue Injuries
Correct management of pain and other symptoms after the car accident can be vital for recovery from soft tissue injuries. We recommend you see your doctor immediately if your ability to move is impaired, or if the pain and swelling do not subside after a couple of days, even if you have been examined and released by hospital emergency room staff after your accident.
Treatment of soft tissue injury is largely conservative in nature and aims to return the patient to the normal range of motion he enjoyed prior to his car accident. The regimen usually involves two phases: the repair phase, which can last six weeks or more and involves encouraging the body to heal itself through very gentle therapy, and a remodeling and maturation phase, which can continue for up to 12 months and involves a progressive re-training and re-strengthening of the body to move in the proper motion without further strain. The second phase commonly involves an active physical therapy routine that may include stretching, strengthening, and aerobic conditioning of the injured areas. Non-prescription and prescription medications to relieve pain and inflammation may be administered.
Severe injuries where the tissue has completely ruptured may need surgery to sew the torn pieces back together. This grade of injury can require significant physical therapy and rehabilitation to recover the strength and function of the injured area.
Should I Get a Personal Injury Lawyer for my Soft Tissue Car Accident?
A skilled lawyer’s experience dealing with many different types of accidents and insurance companies on a regular basis enables her to know what pitfalls may arise in your case and how best to defend you against them. Our law firm has a team of case managers who only deal with soft tissue injury car accidents, and know how insurance companies view them. They can speed up the process and take the pressure off you - giving you the time and space to get better.
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Car Accident Injuries
Injuries resulting from car crashes can include whiplash, head and brain injury, damages to joints, bones, muscles, and various other soft tissue injuries. Physical injuries can be costly and rob you of time spent with your family and friends, the ability to earn a living through your work, and much more. Claims often quickly become complicated …
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The adjusted value of the property damage done to your vehicle in a car accident may or may not affect your personal injury claim. It is often a greater benefit for car accident victims to deal with the insurance company directly concerning their property damage.
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Once we receive your information, we will route your inquiry to our car accident injury team. Every effort will be made to contact you within one business day. You will never be obligated to hire a car accident lawyer. For immediate help call us now, toll-free, at 1-866-780-3551.
