Modesto Broken Bone Attorneys

Helping Clients Recover From Broken Bones

Broken bones are one of the most common injuries a person can sustain in an accident. They are also one of the most painful. While a broken bone may not seem like a serious injury, the truth is that it can have a significant impact on your life. From the initial pain of the fracture to the inconvenience of being in a cast, to the months of physical therapy required for a full recovery, broken bones are a serious matter. If you or someone you love suffered a broken bone due to someone else’s careless, negligent, or wrongful conduct, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

For a free, no-obligation consultation with a Modesto broken bone lawyer, call our office at (209) 803-5117.

How Do Broken Bone Injuries Occur?

Broken bone injuries can occur in a variety of situations. In some cases, they are the result of an accident that was truly no one’s fault. In many instances, however, broken bones are the result of someone else’s careless, reckless, or negligent actions. When this is the case, you have the right to take legal action and seek compensation for your damages.

Some of the most common causes of broken bone injuries include:

Common Broken Bone Injuries

There are many types of bone fractures, each with its own severity level. Some fractures are relatively minor and heal with time and rest. Others are far more serious and require extensive medical treatment, including surgery. In some cases, bone fractures can cause permanent damage, such as limited mobility or chronic pain.

Common types of bone fractures include:

Stable fractures: The broken ends of the bone line up and are barely out of place.
Open, compound fractures: The skin may be pierced by the bone or by a blow that breaks the skin at the time of the fracture. The bone may or may not be visible in the wound.
Transverse fractures: This type of fracture has a horizontal fracture line.
Oblique fractures: This type of fracture has an angled pattern.
Comminuted fractures: In this type of fracture, the bone shatters into three or more pieces.
Avulsion fractures: In this type of fracture, a muscle or ligament pulls on the bone, fracturing it.
Compression fractures: This type of fracture generally occurs in the vertebrae and is due to the bone collapsing.

How to Know If You Have a Broken Bone

After an accident, it is important to get medical attention right away. In some cases, broken bones are obvious and easy to diagnose. In other cases, they are more difficult to detect, especially if the injury is internal. If you believe you may have broken a bone, it is important to seek immediate medical attention and undergo diagnostic testing to confirm the injury.

Some of the most common signs and symptoms of a broken bone include:

Severe pain that worsens with movement
Swelling
Tenderness
Deformity
Bruising
An inability to bear weight on the affected limb
A grinding or grating sensation during movement
A visibly broken bone

Treating Broken Bones

How a broken bone is treated depends on the severity and location of the injury. Some broken bones can be treated with a cast or splint. Others require more invasive treatment options, such as surgery.

Common treatments for broken bones include:

Setting the bone: This involves physically manipulating the bone back into place. This is done under general anesthesia and is generally not painful.
Immobilizing the bone: After the bone is set, it must be immobilized to allow it to heal. This is done using a cast, splint, brace, or sling.
Traction: This is when a gentle pulling action is applied to the affected limb to help align the bone and keep it in place. Traction is often used when the muscles, tendons, or ligaments surrounding the bone are severely damaged.
External fixation: This is when metal pins or screws are surgically inserted into the bone on either side of the fracture. These are then attached to a metal bar outside the skin to help stabilize the bone.
Internal fixation: This is when metal pins, screws, plates, or rods are surgically inserted into the bone to help keep it in place as it heals.

After the bone is set, you will need to undergo physical therapy to help restore your strength, flexibility, and range of motion. The length of time it takes for a broken bone to heal depends on the severity of the injury, the location of the fracture, and the age and overall health of the patient.

Call for a Free Consultation

After an accident, you need time to heal. You should not have to worry about medical bills and other expenses. Our attorneys can help you seek compensation for your damages, so you can focus on your recovery.

Call (209) 803-5117 or contact us online to get started with a free consultation.

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