Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Information from an Austin, Texas, Lawyer
One type of condition that often results from personal injury accidents is called Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD). The onset of RSD symptoms can be immediate or gradual, often affecting your life months after the actual accident or incident occurred.
At the law office of Leonard B. Gabbay, P.C., the lawyers provide our clients with information and guidance that is tailored to meet their needs. We take the time to help clients understand what it means to have received an RSD diagnosis and how the diagnosis may add to your compensation in a personal injury accident claim.
RSD typically results from a problem within the portion of the sympathetic nervous system that controls sweat glands and blood flow in the hand and arm. The nervous system then becomes overactive and a burning pain, swelling and warmth are felt in the injured limb. RSD can cause inflexibility, stiffness and a possible use of the injured part of the arm. The diagnosis includes other medical diagnoses such as complex regional pain disorder (CRPD), causalgia, Sudeck's atrophy and shoulder-hand syndrome.
Many different situations can lead to RSD. A laceration that occurs during a motor vehicle accident or trucking accident can leave an individual with symptoms of RSD. An accident can cause pressure on a nerve, which can lead to RSD. In general, any type of personal injury accident or incident may leave a patient suffering from RSD.
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy is a condition that affects the hand of an injured individual. Though there are several different stages of the condition, some of the main symptoms that can occur include burning pain, stiffness, swelling and discoloration. Treatments range from pain management, physical therapy and other drugs to the implantation of a device to stimulate the damaged nerves.
To further discuss your personal injury and reflex sympathetic dystrophy matters, contact an attorney at the office of Leonard B. Gabbay, P.C. today. We offer a free initial consultation for your convenience.
