Herniated or Bulging Discs

Spinal discs serve as shock absorbers for the bones (vertebrae) in the spine. Round, flat, small discs consist of an outer capsule of ligaments that covers an inner core, a nucleus of jelly-like material. Herniated, ruptured or bulging discs are names for injured discs that tear, rupture or bulge.

When herniated or bulging discs press against a nerve in the spinal column, they cause excruciating pain, which can become chronic and disabling. A person with a herniated disc can experience sharp, shooting pains down the legs. Other sensations often include numbness, tingling and weak muscles in the arms, legs, toes, feet, back, shoulders or neck. Because the spinal column serves as a switchboard of nerves connecting many bodily systems, over the long term, affected nerves can create difficulty for other organs. Some people with herniated discs experience bowel and bladder problems. A herniated disc may occur at any place in the spine, but the most common area is the lower back.

Causes of Herniated or Bulging Discs

Any number of accidents or situations may cause herniated or bulging discs. Common sources of herniated or bulging disc injury are:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Manual Labor involving twisting or lifting heavy objects
• Falls from Elevated Heights, such as Roofs, Scaffolding or Ladders
• Lower Back Strain from lifting without proper back support
• Occupational Exposure to continual vibration, through jobs such as heavy equipment drivers or jackhammer operators
• Long Periods of Sitting (Vehicle Drivers, Computer Programmers)
• Repeated Movements that strain the back

Importance of Proper Medical Care

Situations involving accidents cause most people to experience a surge of adrenaline or shock, which can mask injury at the time of the accident. For this reason, if you have been involved in a car, truck or motorcycle accident, it is extremely important to seek medical attention right away, even if you believe you are not injured. Whiplash and other spinal injuries occur frequently during motor vehicle accidents. Many people do not experience pain until the next day or even a few days later. Sometimes severe pain is not evident until weeks later. As people age, back injuries worsen and become increasingly more painful.

Herniated and Bulging Disc Claims

From the perspective of pursuing a herniated or bulging disc injury claim, documenting the direct relationship between the injury and the accident will help your case. Insurance companies often try to prove that accidents are not the source of herniated or bulging discs.

Do not make the mistake of thinking treatment is unnecessary. Also, do not assume that you can handle the claim on your own without seeking legal help. Insurance companies generally make every effort when handling your claim to avoid, delay or reduce compensation that is rightfully yours.

Seek Effective Herniated Disc Legal Help

Seeking legal help from a law firm with extensive experience in handling herniated or bulging disc claims can help you get fair and just compensation for medical bills, lost wages, lost future income and other damages. Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP, has been successful in helping many people who suffer from herniated or bulging discs because of the negligence of others. If your injury is work-related, we can help with workers’ compensation, third-party claims, Social Security disability claims and other sources of recovery.

Take advantage of our free consultation to discuss your herniated or bulging disc injury. We take cases on a contingency-fee basis (no recovery, no fee). If you are unable to travel, we will come to you. We also schedule weekend and evening appointments upon request. Call toll-free 631-451-7900 today.

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