A serious car accident, slip-and-fall accident or medical malpractice could leave you suffering from spinal cord injuries (SCIs). SCIs are injuries that are located along the spine, which can impact movement and feeling and cause lifelong changes.
It is important to understand the signs of SCIs and how they can impact your life if you have suffered injuries after an accident. Here is what you should know:
Common symptoms of SCIs
After a personal injury, it is crucial to watch for symptoms or signs that you are experiencing a spinal cord injury. Some of the most common symptoms include:
- Loss of feeling: You may experience numbness, tingling or loss of feeling on your hands, feet or other parts of your body.
- Pain: You may experience excruciating pain along your spine, neck or head.
- Muscle weakness: You may struggle to use your muscles and experience weakness in your limbs.
- Paralysis: You may lose feeling completely in your arms, legs or torso.
You may need to watch for these signs after a personal injury. If you believe you have experienced an SCI, you should speak to your doctor immediately. Getting a medical report for your symptoms could be useful for a personal injury claim.
Long-term damages of SCIs
Spinal cord injuries can be life-changing for victims. A victim may experience debilitating pain from their spinal cord injury, which can make it difficult for them to enjoy life. If a victim suffers from paralysis after a spinal cord injury, they may require lifelong assistance and need to use daily medical equipment to move or speak.
Victims of spinal cord injuries can seek professional legal guidance to help them recover compensation for their medical expenses and losses.