In the case of extreme trauma to the neck or spine, a person may disrupt the neural connection between their brain and the rest of their body. One consequence of an injury like this is that the person could suffer from quadriplegia, an attack on the functionality of all four limbs, rendering the victim completely or partially without feeling or control in the majority of his or her body.
Since the only major connection between the brain and the rest of the body is through the spine, injuries to the neck and back can potentially affect various levels of functionality to all four limbs.
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury such as quadriplegia, contact the Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyers of Salpeter Gitkin, LLP by calling 954-467-8622 for a free consultation today. We can help you pursue justice against the careless party that caused you to suffer so greatly.
Complications and Associated Problems
Quadriplegia can negatively affect your body in a number of ways. This condition can disrupt the neural connectivity between various organs and muscles throughout the body, creating unexpected problems. These complications may include the following:
- Loss of use in all limbs
- Incontinence
- Breathing impairment
- Digestion impairment
- Spastic movements
- Cardiovascular disease
- Sores and other painful sensations
The effects of quadriplegia are widespread. Not only does the condition require a great deal of physical treatment, but the injury can destroy a career and lifestyle. Considering that many jobs require the use of a person’s limbs or at least their fingers, the loss or severe impairment of all bodily motion below the neck can require a complete change in work or may result in an inability to work at all.
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If you have been injured because of another person’s negligence, and the injuries have resulted in the impairment of limb functionality, there may be legal action for you to take. Contact the Fort Lauderdale quadriplegia attorneys of Salpeter Gitkin, LLP at 954-467-8622 for more information about what you can do to pursue the compensation you rightly deserve.
