{"id":7781,"date":"2020-10-06T13:29:10","date_gmt":"2020-10-06T13:29:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/?p=7781"},"modified":"2022-01-04T17:02:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-04T17:02:30","slug":"types-of-joint-injuries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/types-of-joint-injuries\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Joint Injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint injuries are a common issue for people who have been involved in accidents. There are many different types of joint injuries, as well as causes and prognoses.\u00a0 Potentially, any part of the body where a bone, or group of bones, meet and connect can be damaged, especially during accidents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proving that this type of injury was a result of an accident and ascertaining the extent to which it impacts the victim\u2019s lifestyle is not a straightforward process. Which is why you need to hire a personal injury lawyer that is used to dealing with these kinds of claims.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initially, a joint injury may seem minor. People just assume that it will heal quite quickly and that their motor functions will return to normal. They think that will soon be walking, running, jumping, standing, sitting, eating, grasping, and holding as normal again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, in many cases, it takes weeks or months before they can do so. During that time, they can rarely work as they normally would. They are also highly likely to have to pay high medical, drug and rehabilitation bills. Occasionally, they will never fully recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or your loved one suffered a joint injury, consult with a personal injury lawyer who can inform you about your rights, and help you get compensation for your injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of Joint Injuries<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, we have helped clients to claim for joint injuries caused by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repetitive stress or strain<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workplace accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vehicle accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faulty products or equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the types of joint injuries our clients have suffered from:<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken bones<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torn ligaments<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torn tendons<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprains<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dislocations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we mentioned earlier, any joint of the body can be affected, including the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ankles<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulders<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hips<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elbows<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knees<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrists<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The jaw<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finger joints<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The toes<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have helped clients to claim for:<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elbow tendon injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken ankles<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflamed bursa<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hip fractures<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knee injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torn posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder joint injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rotator cuff tears<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acromioclavicular joint injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrist injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broken bones in the wrist<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torn ligaments in the wrist<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrist sprains<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sadly, some people develop long-term conditions after they have suffered from a joint injury. The list includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arthritis<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendinitis<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bursitis<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carpal tunnel syndrome<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder impingement syndrome<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A permanently diminished range of motion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Causes of Joint Injuries<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are numerous causes of accidental joint injuries, the most common of which are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/toronto-truck-accident-lawyer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Truck accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/motorcycle-accidents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motorcycle accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/bicycle-accidents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bicycle accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/pedestrian-accidents\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pedestrian accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These kinds of accidents can happen to anyone at any time. Every year, there are around 160,000 <a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/car-accidents\/\">car accidents<\/a>. Statistically speaking, most people will have at least one accident that involves a vehicle during their lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are also quite likely to have an accident in the workplace. These are the most common ones:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Construction site accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ladder accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scaffolding accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roofing accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forklift accidents<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/slip-and-fall\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slip and fall accidents<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Falls from heights<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting caught in machinery<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being hit by items that have been dropped from a height<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People can also experience the following kinds of injuries due to the negligence of others:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/practice-areas\/animal-dog-bite\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dog bites and animal bites<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tripping or falling over objects<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting hurt while using faulty products or equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recoverable Damages from Joint Injuries<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should you suffer this kind of personal injury you will likely end up with significant bills that you will need to cover. We are here to make sure that any compensation you are rewarded covers the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical bills<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of physical therapy and rehabilitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ongoing care expenses<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medication<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assistive devices such as wheelchairs and crutches<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost wages and earnings<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of future earnings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, we are also able to secure damages for the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain and suffering<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emotional trauma<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each case is different, but we have the experience to be able to help you regardless of how you got hurt or how serious your injuries are. We have access to medical professionals who will help us to assess your case. To prove that you were hurt due to the negligence of others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well as work out how likely, it is that you will heal completely and be able to return to your former life. This enables us to look ahead and include loss of future earnings in your claim, should it be appropriate to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint injuries can have devastating long-term effects. Protect yourself and your loved one from prolonged suffering by consulting with a personal injury lawyer from Diamond &amp; Diamond.<\/span><\/h4>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Diamond &amp; Diamond Now to Talk to a Joint Injury Lawyer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diamond &amp; Diamond is a law firm that specializes in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/personal-injury\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal injury cases<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including those that involve joint injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We work with a strong network of medical experts and physical therapy providers. They help us to build the best possible case for our clients. This includes gathering evidence, interpreting your medical notes, and working out what the long-term effect of your injury is likely to be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have suffered a joint injury as a result of a failure on the part of another person, please get in touch to discuss your case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit any of our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/location\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offices throughout Ontario<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call our 1-800 number any time, any day<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach us through our online contact form on our website<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><b>PRO TIP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> :<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDon\u2019t underestimate a joint injury by just \u2018walking it off\u2019 &#8212; always seek medical attention to prevent the injury from getting worse.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;FAQs on Types of Joint Injuries<br \/>\n&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:21|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What is a rotator cuff?&#8221; style=&#8221;square_outline&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1584353198194-a95163f0-0fa2&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The term rotator cuff refers to the muscles and tendons that keep your upper arm bones in the socket of your shoulder. If you injure them, recovery can take a long time. It is a complex structure that you use constantly throughout a normal day, so resting it enough is difficult. If it does not heal completely, the range of motion of your arm can be significantly impaired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What does frozen shoulder mean?&#8221; style=&#8221;square_outline&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1584353228034-81092cd1-f326&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the muscles, ligaments, and tendons around the shoulder become inflamed, the joint can become stiff, frozen. It then becomes difficult for you to move your arm properly. Often, when you suffer a shoulder injury, the fact that you cannot move your arm freely exacerbates the problem. The muscles, ligaments, and tendons tighten even more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Who can I sue if I get carpal tunnel?&#8221; style=&#8221;square_outline&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; size=&#8221;sm&#8221; el_id=&#8221;1584353243560-ae626ec4-dc9a&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you get a carpal tunnel injury you will only be able to sue if you can prove that this has happened to you due to the negligence of someone else. It may be possible to prove that your employer did not provide you with the proper equipment or enough breaks while operating machinery. Proving this can be quite difficult, but an experienced personal injury lawyer will be able to help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Joint injuries are a common issue for people who have been involved in accidents. There are many different types of joint injuries, as well as causes and prognoses.\u00a0 Potentially, any part of the body where a bone, or group of bones, meet and connect can be damaged, especially during accidents. Proving that this type&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11865,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[812],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7781","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-legal-needs","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7781","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7781"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7781\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11865"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7781"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7781"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7781"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}