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Missouri Soft Tissue Injury Attorney

Every year, almost 3 million people are injured in automobile accidents and many of these injuries are soft tissue injuries. These injuries, while not life threatening, can lead to chronic and lifelong disability, pain and suffering. If not properly diagnosed, these soft tissue injuries can have a profound and lifelong affect on individuals and their families.

A soft tissue injury is defined as any injury to the soft tissue in the body. These include injuries to the many muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves throughout the body. During an accident, the body is often twisted and pulled in various directions, causing injuries to the delicate soft tissue throughout the body. The most common soft tissue injury is to the soft tissue surrounding the neck. This injury is more commonly known as whiplash.

Sprains and Strains

Sprains and strains to muscles, ligaments and tendons are also exceedingly common following an accident. Extreme forces during an accident can cause extreme hyperflexion (excessive backward movement) or hyperextension (excessive forward movement), which can cause muscles, tendons and ligaments to stretch and tear. In most situations, this stretching and tearing will cause immediate and sharp pain at the injury site followed by swelling.

If you or someone you love was injured in an accident, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to rule out a soft tissue injury. Since soft tissue injuries can mimic broken bones, x-rays and MRI's may need to be done in the Emergency Room. Prompt medical intervention is the best way to prevent soft tissue injuries from becoming chronic, and medications may be required to speed up healing.

If you believe that your injuries were the result of another party's negligence, it is important to contact a veteran St. Louis soft tissue injury lawyer immediately. Medical expenses, physical therapy and lost wages can quickly become a financial burden. Your personal injury attorney will be able to file the necessary claims against all responsible parties to ensure that adequate compensation is received, so you can continue to focus on your recovery.

At the Page Law personal injury law firm, we are dedicated to helping individuals and families who have suffered serious physical or emotional injuries. We help real people ----with real problems. Have you been injured? Contact us immediately for a free consultation. You will never pay any fees unless we recover money for you. Please call 314.322.8515 for an immediate response from John Page or contact John online at john@thepagefirm.com.