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Every year, thousands of people are injured in car accidents throughout the state of Connecticut. The severities of the injuries vary from case to case. Vehicle occupants will often sustain nerve damage from auto accidents. There are over 100 different types of nerve damage. The different types of damage have different symptoms and different types of treatments.

Nerve Damage

The nervous system is involved in everything that the body does from breathing to muscle control to sensory function. When nerve damage occurs it can significantly affect an individual’s quality of life.

If you or a loved one has suffered nerve damage from a car collision, you may be eligible to seek legal action against the negligent driver. Contact a Connecticut auto accident attorney to discuss your legal options.

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Watch For The Symptoms Of Nerve Damage

There are three types of nerves in the human body:

  • Autonomic nerves – These nerves control the voluntary or partially voluntary functions of the body such as heart rate, temperature and digestion.
  • Motor nerves – These types of nerves control the body’s movement and actions by sending information from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles.
  • Sensory nerves – Sensory nerves pass information from the skin and muscles to the spinal cord and brain. Once the information is processed you can feel pain and other sensations.

Symptoms of nerve damage will vary depending on the location of the damage and the type of nerves injured. Listed below are common symptoms for autonomic, motor and sensory nerve damage:

Autonomic Nerve Damage

  • Excessive sweating
  • Not sweating enough (anhidrosis)
  • Lightheadedness
  • Dry eyes
  • Dry mouth
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Bladder issues
  • Constipation

Motor Nerve Damage

  • Weakness
  • Muscle atrophy
  • Fasciculation
  • Paralysis

Sensory Nerve Damage

  • Numbness
  • Sensitivity
  • Burning
  • Tingling or prickling sensation

 

In some cases, individuals will experience symptoms of two or three different types of nerve damage. Injury victims should seek medical attention if they are experiencing any of the symptoms above.

If you have suffered nerve damage due to the negligence of another, contact Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers today.

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What To Know About The Treatment For Nerve Damage

In many situations, nerve damage cannot be cured. However, there are a number of treatments that can reduce the symptoms. Typically, nerve damage is progressive, it is imperative that you see a physician as soon as the symptoms begin. This will decrease your chances of sustaining permanent damage.

The first step in the treatment process is to discover the cause of the nerve damage. The next step is for doctors to minimize the pain that the accident victim is experiencing. Doctors may prescribe pain medication, anti-seizure drugs or tricyclic antidepressants to alleviate the pain. In addition, medical professionals may recommend mediation, acupuncture or hypnosis to relieve the pain and discomfort.

Speak With Our Team Today About Your Injury

If you or a loved one has sustained nerve damage in motor vehicle crash, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and property damage. Contact a personal injury law firm today to learn about the legal rights available to accident victims.

At Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, we urge all accident victims to seek legal counsel following a collision. An experienced attorney can review the circumstances of your case and advise you on the best course of action to pursue. Please keep in mind that Connecticut has a statute of limitations for auto accident claims. Seeing an attorney immediately after a car crash will allow the attorney to build the strongest case possible for your claim.

To speak with an attorney about your nerve injury, fill out the contact form on this page or call 800-PERKINS.

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