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Paralysis Injury Lawyer
Paralysis is a common injury among truck accident victims. Truck accidents are often violent and result in the driver or passenger fracturing their spinal cord and/or breaking their neck. This usually causes the nerves in the neck or the spinal cord to be severely damaged and in some cases severed completely.
Paralysis can be temporary or permanent; localized or widespread; one-sided (unilateral) or two-sided (bilateral); and can affect the lower extremities (paraplegic) or upper and lower extremities (quadriplegic). IN EVERY SITUATION, MUSCLE PARALYSIS REQUIRES IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Paralysis often requires extensive in-patient and out-patient medical care. Some residual effects of paralysis include:
- If cranial nerves are damaged, there may be difficulty with chewing and swallowing. In these cases, a soft diet is recommended.
- Prolonged immobility can cause serious complications; therefore, frequent position changes and good skin care are very important. Passive range-of-motion exercises may help to maintain some muscle tone and are encouraged.
- The use of splints may help prevent muscle contraction.
If you or a loved one have been involved in an accident and are suffering from any of the symptoms above you may be entitled to monetary compensation. For a free case evaluation complete the consultation form below. An attorney will review your information according to this sites terms and conditions and may contact you to discuss your claim.
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