Elbow Injuries
The elbow is fairly unassuming. After all, it is the joint that connects the upper and lower arms and isn’t typically in one’s line of sight. But a healthy elbow is required and used in the course of performing a stunning array of physical actions that use the arm. When a worker whose job requires significant upper body activity sustains an occupational injury that affects the elbow, he or she will likely need medical attention. And, if the injury is severe enough, it may be impossible to continue in one’s normal capacity for a prolonged duration.
When this happens, a family can be subject to intense financial hardship and a worker needs to be able to seek and obtain the appropriate medical care to ensure a swift and full recovery. The benefits available to you through your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance can help you through this challenging time. Contact the Raleigh workers’ compensation lawyers of Scudder & Hedrick, P.L.L.C. at 919-851-3311.
Common Elbow Problems
Overuse of the elbow through repetition of a specific action is a frequent danger of many occupations and is one of the most common causes of several different elbow problems. However there are many other potential issues that can arise and leave a worker unable to fully use his or her arm due to elbow injury. The risks vary from job to job, but some of the most common elbow problems are:
- Bursitis
- Tendonitis
- Sprain and Strain Injuries
- Dislocation
- Fractures
Contact Us
To limit the risks of making an administrative error in the filing of your workers’ compensation claim, speak with one of our experienced attorneys. Contact the Raleigh workers’ compensation lawyers of Scudder & Hedrick, P.L.L.C. at 919-851-3311. If you work in North Carolina, we work for you.
