Back Injury Attorneys in New Hampshire and Vermont

Soft tissue injuries occur when trauma to the back damages muscle, tendons, ligaments, or nerves. Other terms for soft tissue damage include sprains and strains. Both of these terms refer to the tissue stretching beyond normal. This stretching can be caused in many ways, but in an automobile accident, the force of the fall or crash can cause hyperextension or hyperflexion. Excessive movement can cause muscles, ligaments, and tendons to tear.

Rousseau & Ross offers complimentary case consultations. To speak with one of our New Hampshire or Vermont attorneys about a back injury claim, call 603-353-4000 today.

Symptoms

The symptoms of a soft tissue injury include:

• Back pain
• Pain in the upper buttocks
• Low back muscle spasms
• Muscle weakness
• Pain that increases with activity and decreases with rest

The above list is intended as a guide to soft tissue damage. If you are in any pain or concerned about your health, please contact a doctor right away. There are several signs that indicate a severe back injury.

If you have these signs of a serious back injury, see a doctor immediately:

• Loss of bladder or bowel control
• Increasing weakness of the lower extremities
• A loss of sensation below or at the site of injury

Diagnosis

The best tool a doctor has in diagnosing your soft tissue injury is you. The doctor will ask you many questions relating to your injury and your symptoms. It is important that you disclose all information regarding your pain and the accident that lead to the injury. In addition, your health care provider will perform a physical examination. If the injury is severe, an X-ray or MRI may be necessary.

Treatments

Treatments for sprains and strains in the back start conservatively. The first step will be rest and the use of ice packs, warm compresses, and pressure. An anti-inflammatory drug such as Motrin may be recommended.

The first 24 to 48 hours are crucial for healing your back. However, resting for longer than a day or two can lead to delays in recovery and prolonged symptoms. Therefore, after the initial rest period, most physicians recommend exercises to stretch and strengthen your back. If the injury is severe, massage therapy, physical therapy, or ultrasound therapy may be needed.

If you suffered an injury to soft tissues in the lower back or other parts of the body in an accident, please contact Rousseau & Ross using the form on this website or by calling for a free consultation. Our lawyers serve accident victims throughout New Hampshire and Vermont.