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Reaching a Settlement for Bursitis After a St. Louis Car Accident

The most common symptom of bursitis is severe pain. The pain can leave you with a limited range of motion and may worsen when you stretch the affected joint.

When a reckless driver causes an auto wreck, one common injury that victims can suffer is bursitis. If you have no idea what bursitis is, you’re not alone.

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What Is Bursitis?

Bursitis is a painful condition that arises when your bursa is inflamed. What is a bursa? A bursa is a small fluid-filled sac that cushions the muscles, tendons, skin, and bones near your joints. The most affected areas are the shoulder, hip, and elbow. However, the knee, heel, and base of your big toe can also be affected.

Common Symptoms of Bursitis

The most common symptom of bursitis is severe pain. The pain can leave you with a limited range of motion and may worsen when you stretch the affected joint. Check whether the affected joint is stiff, swollen, or red. If it is, you may have bursitis and should seek immediate medical attention.

Bursitis Treatment

Treatment for bursitis typically includes medication and rest. During the treatment, you may miss work and lose the ability to do even the most basic activities.

In some cases, you may need to undergo physical therapy or surgery to alleviate the pain.

Your doctor could also recommend getting assistive medical devices such as crutches to relieve pressure on affected leg joints.

Note: If you seek medical attention days after the collision, the insurance company may claim your bursitis was not accident-related and dismiss your claim. Always seek medical attention right after the accident, even if you feel fine. This will prevent the insurer from using your failure to seek medical attention as a reason to deny, devalue or derail your bursitis claim.

Seeking immediate medical attention will also help you identify and fix underlying or minor injuries before turning into severe and expensive injuries or conditions.

Pursuing a Car Accident Settlement

If your bursitis was due to an accident caused by a negligent driver, you have a right to pursue compensation.

Filing an accident claim against the negligent driver’s insurance company will allow you to recover damages for your financial and emotional losses. However, you should understand and expect that the insurance company will look for ways to minimize or deny your claim. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you work closely with an experienced St. Louis car accident attorney to ensure you do not settle for less than you are entitled.

An experienced attorney can offer support, help you dig deeper into what caused the car accident, and gather sufficient evidence to support your injury claim.



Updated: February 21, 2023