SCIs, or spinal cord injuries, are among the most serious forms of human injuries, sometimes resulting in life-long problems. SCIs should be handled seriously at all times, as even small ones can result in long-term consequences. It is critical for SCI sufferers to understand their rights and seek compensation for their injuries, as many will be reliant on this compensation for the rest of their lives.
When it comes to SCIs, there are three key points to remember. The ABC technique can be used to memorize these facts. Read on to learn what they are. If you or a loved one has suffered as a result of an SCI, contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for help.
A: Accidents
An automobile collision is the most common cause of SCI, followed by a fall. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, automobile accidents account for around 40% of all SCIs, while falls account for about 32%. This indicates that approximately three-quarters of all SCI happen as a result of ordinary mishaps. The remainder happens as a result of violent attacks such as gunshots, which account for 14%; sports injuries, which account for 8%; and other accidents, which account for 6%.
B: Breathing and infection
Pneumonia and infections such as septicemia are the most prevalent causes of mortality in individuals who survive the first 24 hours following a spinal cord injury. The victim’s severely limited mobility is frequently the source of these diseases, but they can also be the effect of poor post-injury treatment. An SCI victim may survive as long as a non-injured person with adequate treatment, albeit he or she may have significantly limited mobility and may require life-long treatments.
C: Complete vs. incomplete
SCIs are not all the same. Some victims experience full spinal cord damage, meaning they lose all feeling and are unable to move anything below the level of the lesion. This comprises both paraplegia and quadriplegia; the location of the damage determines whether the paralysis affects simply the legs or also the arms.
A partial spinal cord injury, on the other hand, causes partial paralysis or loss of use of the afflicted region. Victims with partial SCIs can recover in certain circumstances, although the damage is often permanent. Incomplete SCIs can affect any region of the body and cause a variety of symptoms in addition to partial paralysis, such as cognitive impairment, organ dysfunction, and even mental and emotional problems.
Get help from a personal injury attorney if you have suffered as a result of a spinal cord injury
If you have had a spinal cord injury, there is aid out there to help you get the care you need and live a full, productive life. You may be eligible for reimbursement for your medical expenditures, as well as new, higher living expenses, rehabilitation, and other expenses.
Contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 now to request a free legal consultation to determine what your options are.
