How Can Spinal Cord Injuries from Car Accidents Affect Your Life?

How Can Spinal Cord Injuries from Car Accidents Affect Your Life?

Car Accidents

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1motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of spinal cord injuries.1

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Signs of Spinal Cord Injuries 

  • Paralysis
  • Tingling or loss of feeling in your hands, fingers, feet or toes
  • Spasms
  • Pain
  • Trouble maintaining balance or walking
  • Abnormally positioned or twisted neck or back
  • Weakness or incoordination in any part of your body
  • Difficulty breathing or coughing
  • Loss of bowel and bladder control

What is the Average Costs of Medical Care for Spinal Cord Injuries?

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Long-Term Impairments Due to Spinal Cord Injuries Include:

  • Lost sense of touch (or other senses)
  • Recurring muscle spasms
  • Decreased quality of life
  • Joint or nerve pain
  • Depression 
  • Anxiety
  • Permanent full or partial-body paralysis

What Steps Should You Take After Being Injured?

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What to Do to Help Prevent Spinal Cord Injuries from Car Accidents 

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  • Always wear a seatbelt
  • Make sure children are in their proper car or booster seats secured with a suitable seatbelt
  • Ensure that the condition of all of your airbags is up to par

Why Is Partnering with a Lawyer Important for Your Medical Care? 

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Sustained Spinal Cord Injuries from an Accident? We Are Here to Help You. 

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