Everyone is aware that car accidents can cause serious and traumatic injuries.
Slightly less common injuries however, can be just as serious.
Some of those injuries can result in a lifetime of pain, limited mobility, and disability – especially injuries to the knee.
Car accident related knee injuries can be life-disrupting, making it extremely difficult to work, and enjoy previously cherished recreational activities.
Side-impact, head-on, and rollover accidents frequently cause debilitating knee injuries.
The keys to a successful medical claim regarding a knee injury lie in understanding common car accident-related knee injuries, their treatments, and costs.
It is imperative to seek prompt medical attention, while collecting important evidence of the other driver’s negligence.
An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to assist you with all facets of your injury claim.
The knee is a complex joint – and injury can occur to numerous bones, ligaments, and tendons. Depending on the injury and the location, a knee injury can be difficult to recover from and require long-term rehabilitation and therapy.
Surgery is required to repair a fractured patella. The surgeon opens up the front of the knee and rebuilds the area with pins, wires, and screws, removing fractured pieces that are too small to repair.
The ACL is the source of 70% of all car accident-related knee injuries. The ACL consists of dense soft tissue and is one of four ligaments whose purpose is to provide flexibility to the knee. In an uninjured knee, the ACL stretches and turns with the knee, returning to its original position when the action is completed.
Damage to the MCL can be a stretch, partial tear, or a complete tear. Symptoms include swelling of the knee, locking, or catching with movement, and pain or tenderness along the inside of the joint.
If you or someone you love has sustained a serious knee injury in a car accident, it is important to speak to an experienced Colorado Springs injury lawyer immediately.
Contact the experienced Colorado Springs car accident attorneys at the Green Law Firm, P.C. today to schedule a no-obligation consultation and discuss your case.
Call us today at 719-694-8515 or fill out the contact form on this page. We offer both in-person and remote consultation options, for your health and safety.