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Was your limb amputated after a crash?

On Behalf of | Jan 21, 2025 | Auto Accidents

High-speed collisions can result in serious injuries. There are few injuries more serious than losing a limb.

During or after a crash, a victim can lose a leg, arm, hand, foot or finger. All of these injuries have the potential to negatively impact life in the future. Here are some important points to consider about amputation injuries.

There are two main types of amputations

Generally, limbs are lost in two ways. These include:

  • Traumatic amputation: This is when a limb suffers severe damage during the accident. These injuries are often seen in high-speed collisions or crashes that involve commercial vehicles.
  • Surgical amputation: Sometimes, a limb is so badly damaged that the safest treatment is surgical removal. These procedures are usually a life-saving measure to prevent further complications such as infections.

Severe pain and discomfort are associated with all amputation injuries. The sufferer may also go on to develop phantom limb pain (pain and discomfort in the area of the missing limb).

The life impacts of amputation injuries

Amputation injuries can cause more than physical discomfort and medical complications. The victim may also experience mood changes and psychological health issues. Losing a limb can also impact the sufferer’s ability to work and earn a living. Going through an amputation can cause a lot of stress for the entire family.

If your amputation was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to personal injury compensation. This can help cover your medical bills, ongoing expenses, physical pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment in life. To find out more about the law in this area, it will help to seek legal guidance.