Complex regional pain syndrome, more commonly referred to as CRPS, may in fact be a rare condition but it can affect any number of people who have been the victim of a variety of types of accidents. Learn what this condition includes and how to seek legal compensation if you have suffered an injury due to someone else acting negligently.
Defining Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
CRPS is a rare condition that generally affects the legs or the arms. It can cause a variety of symptoms, including pain and burning sensations. One of the most frustrating things about “Injuries” type of injury is that there is no definite known cause for it, though we do know that injuries generally come before the condition.
Symptoms of CRPS
For most people, the main symptom of CRPS is extreme pain that generally gets worse as time goes on. However, there are many other symptoms that can occur including:
- Hypersensitive skin
- Limited range of motion in the extremities
- Burning pain in the affected limbs
- A change in skin color and/or temperature
- Muscle atrophy
- Swelling of the joints
- Muscle spasms
- Stiffness of the joints
These symptoms may happen after the injury that caused nerve damage. It is often the case that CRPS occurs after there is a blunt force trauma to a person’s arm or leg, generally during a significant accident such as a car accident.
What to Expect from the Doctor
When you see a doctor for CRPS, they are likely to run diagnostic tests to get to the bottom of the condition. This could include x-rays, bone scans, nerve tests, and MRIs. If they find that you do have the condition then they could recommend various medications and therapies depending on the specifics of your case. These can hopefully reduce pain and start the healing process.
You May Have Legal Grounds to Sue the At-Fault Party
If your CRPS was caused by a specific incident and someone else was at fault for that incident, then they should be held responsible. Unfortunately you cannot go back in time and undo the injury but you may be able to sue the at-fault party. This could cover your medical bills, pain and suffering, necessary modifications, lost wages, lost earning potential, and much more.
Do you have grounds for a case? That depends on a lot of factors. The best way to find out if your situation warrants filing a personal injury claim is to contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707. We will start with a free legal consultation to help you understand all the options available to you.
