SPRAINS, STRAINS, AND PAIN

Construction workers affected by sprains, strains, and chronic pain may be entitled to compensation.

Sprains and strains are among the most common work-related injuries. Construction workers may suffer strains and sprains if they are required to carry out repetitive, forceful, or awkward movements, carry heavy objects, or perform frequent heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling. Improper or inadequate worker training can also contribute to strain and sprain injuries. Strains and sprains can affect a worker's back, neck, shoulder, knee, wrist, and ankle. Construction workers who suffer sprains or strains may have to take time off from work to rest and recover. Training workers on proper lifting techniques, pre-work stretching, and engineering controls such as adjustable-height workstations and ergonomic hand tools can help minimize the risk of strains, sprains, and chronic pain for construction workers.

Chronic pain often follows a back or neck injury or some other type of serious construction accident. If n injury to a muscle, bone, or nerve does not follow the normal healing path, the injured construction worker may suffer from Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). CRPS is also known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. These conditions involve substantial and continuous pain, which may be accompanied by swelling, discoloration and changes in the temperature of the affected areas.

If you are suffering from a sprain, strain, or chronic pain after a construction accident, it is important to be aware of your legal rights. Block O'Toole & Murphy offers a Free Case Evaluation for potential clients so that you can better understand your legal options.