What is the link between RSD and injury problems that result?
For many sufferers of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, "RSD and injury" are linked. Though some people with RSD can report no cause for their disease, many people are stricken with it after a particular injury. Possible occurrences linking RSD and injury include sprains, falls resulting in a broken bone, head injury, or an injury that requires splint or cast immobilization.
In cases involving RSD and injury, the first and most prevalent symptom is typically an intensely burning pain near the site of an injury. Likewise, the other symptoms of RSD, which may include swelling and skin discoloration, also typically occur near the site of the injury (especially in the case of a sprain or a broken bone).
Because Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) most often occurs in hands, feet, arms, or legs, the chances of having an RSD and injury-linked case is likely. Initial injuries may occur anywhere, from work to home.
In cases involving RSD and injury, it is especially vital for emergency room workers and medical personnel to recognize the symptoms of RSD. This knowledge can prevent many cases of the disease. Though some sufferers of RSD experience abrupt and unexpected remission of the disease, most people with RSD experience chronic, debilitating pain.
Organizations such as the Mental Health Institute are working at providing awareness for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD). They are striving to implement more aggressive approaches in hospitals so that cases of RSD may decrease. Until then, in cases of RSD, patients must seek treatment options rather than cure options. These options include topical analgesics, anti depressants, physical therapy, and nerve blockades. However, as with many diseases, there is not a cure-all that works for everyone. Patients must usually go through a trial-and-error period to determine which treatment options provide the best short-term and long-term pain relief options.
RSD is a painful disease that, when diagnosed, can drastically change your quality of life. If you've been diagnosed with RSD and have acquired it after an injury, it's best to contact an attorney early. He or she can provide you with advice that will help ensure you the best possible quality of life.
Car Accidents and Personal Injury - When RSD Strikes
Many complications can arise when car accidents and personal injury occur. Often, drivers and passengers have little or no time to react before an accident is upon them. Sometimes, the victims walk away unharmed. Many times, however, mild to serious injuries result. Unknown to many, these injuries can have dire consequences later on.
How do car accidents and personal injury lead to RSD?
One of the injuries that may result from car accidents and personal injury cases is RSD. Officially called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, RSD affects millions of people. A neurological disease characterized by ongoing, often debilitating pain, RSD typically begins with an intense burning sensation of the affected area. The pain is crippling and not consistent with the nature of the injury. Because injuries to the hands, feet, arms, and legs are most common in cases of RSD, people involved in car accidents and personal injury cases are especially prone to contracting the disease. Though many people who contract RSD can find no viable cause for their disease, many people are diagnosed with RSD following an injury.
Causes and Measures
The causes that lead to RSD include the following personal injuries: sprains, broken bones, head injuries, and problems resulting from cast and splint immobilization. Likewise, RSD can exist after surgery resulting from one of the aforementioned injuries. Though all injuries of these types do not lead to RSD, it is important to understand that Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) can arise.
At the present time, more aggressive treatment measures are being sought by organizations such as the Mental Health Institute. These measures would require a more proactive approach in emergency rooms and medical establishments at the time of injury. If a more aggressive approach can be enforced, the cases of RSD due to car accidents and personal injury could be greatly reduced.
If Your Injuries Have Led to RSD
If you've been a victim of any number of car accidents and personal injury resulted from them, and you begin to feel an intense burning sensation on or near the affected area, it's advisable that you seek help immediately. Additional symptoms you may experience with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) include excessive sweating, swelling, and skin discoloration of the affected area.
Whether you were the driver or a passenger, and whether you were in an accident on the road or on the job, you have rights. Finding an attorney who specializes in cases such as yours is the first step toward reclaiming your rights.