Car Accident Shoulder Injury
Shoulder injuries are commonly associated with car accidents. The force of the crash can cause the shoulder joint to dislodge or to experience an injury-causing blow. Read on to learn answers to some frequently asked questions about car accident shoulder injuries.
In a car crash, a person might experience one of several types of shoulder injuries. These include dislocation, fracture, breaks, soft tissue injuries, ligament injuries, cartilage injuries, and labrum injuries.
A superior labrum from anterior to posterior tear, also known as a SLAP tear, is a kind of shoulder injury that can happen in a vehicle accident. A SLAP tear involves an injury specifically to the labrum, which is the cartilage in the socket of your shoulder joint.
A SLAP tear and shoulder injury from a car accident can be associated with the following signs and symptoms:
- Pain while using the shoulder;
- Loss of strength in the arm
- Loss of range of motion of the arm and shoulder;
- Pain while lying on the shoulder;
- Feeling that the shoulder is locking up or popping out of location.
All suspected shoulder injuries should be examined by a medical doctor, who will be able to provide a diagnosis and develop a plan of treatment. If you were involved in a vehicle accident and suffered a shoulder injury, contact a knowledgeable accident lawyer in your area. Your attorney will help you understand whether you can seek compensation for your injuries.
If you or a loved one are injured in an accident, trust the personal injury lawyers at Parker Waichman LLP who have recovered more than $2 billion for people like you. Our firm has earned the respect of peers throughout the legal community. We are committed to serving you and your family through this difficult time with compassionate yet professional legal counsel and representation. Contact Parker Waichman LLP online or by calling 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) today to speak with us about your shoulder injury and the compensation to which you or your loved one may be entitled.
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