Spinal Cord Injuries After a Massachusetts Accident

If your child was injured when he or she received severe trauma to the head during a Massachusetts accident, it's likely that more than just the head was injured. Spinal cord injuries are serious secondary injuries that can occur when the head is strongly jolted. Paralysis and/or loss of mobility are 2 possible side effects of a spinal cord injury.

If you think that someone may have a spinal cord injury, the most important thing to remember is to avoid moving them at all costs. Call 911 immediately and ensure that the person's head stays in the same position that you found it.

Your primary goal is to maintain the positioning of the neck because any movement could cause irreparable damage to the nerves in the spinal cord which control movement. If you are unsure as to whether a person has a spinal cord injury, just assume that they do and act accordingly

Loss of mobility is one of the most difficult outcomes from any Massachusetts accident, both for an injured child and their family. In the interest of preventing traumatic head injuries and spinal cord injuries, consider the safety tips listed below:

• Exercise due diligence when riding in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), bicycles or skateboards, and the like
• Check the depth of water before diving into bodies of water
• Always wear a seatbelt

Wearing a helmet during risky activities is another way to keep your child safe from traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.

If your child has sustained a head injury, whether while engaging in a contact sport, riding a bicycle or in a Massachusetts accident of any sort, visit our library to learn more about coping with traumatic brain Injuries in children.

The Massachusetts personal injury attorneys at Phillips & Garcia will fight for your rights in your child's personal injury case. We are committed to protecting your best interests and helping you and your child collect the damages you need and deserve to move on with your life. If your child has been injured in a Massachusetts accident, contact Phillips & Garcia today to schedule your FREE legal consultation - (877) 892-5620