HERNIATED DISC

Herniated discs can cause chronic, long-term pain.

A herniated disc is one of the most common injuries suffered in a construction accident. While some workers recover quickly from a herniated disc, other will experience chronic, long-term pain. If you have suffered a herniated disc on a construction site, fill out our free case evaluation form to speak with a construction accident attorney. We may be able to recover compensation for your construction accident injury.

The vertebrae that make up the spine are cushioned by small, jelly-like discs. When these discs are healthy, they keep the spine flexible and act as shock absorbers. Unfortunately, when a disc is injured, it can break open, resulting in a herniated disc. Also known as a slipped or ruptured disc, a herniated disc can occur in any part of the spine. Most herniated discs affect the lower back, though others can involve the neck or upper back.

If a herniated disc presses on the nerves, it can send extreme pain throughout the body. Other symptoms of a herniated disc include:

• Numbness or weakness in one or both of the legs
• Pain or numbness in the buttocks
• Intermittent pain
• Loss of feeling, mobility and strength in the legs or feet

When an individual is diagnosed with a herniated disc, the doctor will recommend a variety of activity and lifestyle changes. He or she may suggest refraining from extreme physical exertion, frequent back bending or twisting and the lifting of heavy objects—tasks that are critical to the occupation of a construction employee.

If you have suffered a herniated disc while working on a construction site, you may need extended periods away from work and life-long medical treatment for pain. This can put a financial strain on you and your family. By speaking with a construction accident attorney, however, you may be able to ease this economic burden. Fill out our free case evaluation form to speak with a construction accident attorney about pursing financial compensation.