How much is a compression fracture lawsuit worth?
Depending on whether there is surgery or permanent disability, a spinal compression fracture settlement is worth from $20,000 to over $1 million.
Depending on whether there is surgery or permanent disability, a spinal compression fracture settlement is worth from $20,000 to over $1 million.
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A spinal compression fracture is worth from $20,000 to over $1 million depending on four factors:
A spinal fracture will need to be evaluated by an emergency medicine specialist. A doctor may recommend the following diagnostic tests, depending on the kind of injuries:
When an individual suffers a spinal fracture, the first step in treating the fracture is to stabilize the victim. This may be done by means of a stretcher, backboard, or cervical collar that prevents the victim from moving or suffering further injuries. After the victim is stabilized, emergency medicine physicians will decide whether surgery is necessary based on the location and severity of the fracture. Minor fractures may be treated without surgery using cervical bracing, rest, and time. For individuals with unstable fractures, surgery may be used to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and stabilize the spine.
After any emergency treatments, spinal fracture treatment may include the following:
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