Are you a seasoned elbow and shoulder injury claimant?
Elbow and shoulder injuries are expected in a range of industries. They are frequently the outcome of an unexpected event or a series of acts that result in cumulative damage. RP Law Group can assist you in navigating the workers’ compensation claim process and ensuring that you receive all of the benefits you DESERVE.
ELBOW AND SHOULDER INJURY IN THE WORKPLACE
You most likely feel or notice it right away when you get a shoulder and elbow injury due to a work accident. When anything like this happens, the first thing you should do is seek medical help. After you’ve received the proper treatment, you should notify your employer as quickly as possible so that the workers’ compensation process may begin. You may damage your chances of receiving total workers’ compensation settlement if you wait more than 30 days.
Examples of acute injuries include:
- Bone fractures & breaks
- Shoulder dislocation
- Rotator cuff tears
- Ulna Nerve Contusion
- Elbow Hyperextension
INJURIES FROM REPEATED STRESS
When people’s jobs entail repeated motions like typing, stocking, lifting, or gripping, it’s highly usual for them to develop a painful condition. Repeating the same action in the elbow or shoulder produces unsustainable stress on the muscles, joints, and ligaments. These types of injuries are common and include, but are not limited to:
- Lateral Epicondylitis, aka “Tennis Elbow”
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Ligament tears or strains
- Shoulder tendonitis
- Tendon disorders
- Frozen shoulder syndrome
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
RECORDING A WORK INJURY CAUSED BY OVERUSE
If a repetitive stress motion causes your handicap, you should see a doctor so that your employer can diagnose the problem. You have 30 days from when you receive a diagnosis to notify your employer about the situation. Make thorough notes about what you feel if you believe your allocated duties are causing you harm. It could increase your chances of receiving total disability payments dramatically.
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