When car accidents happen, many people are relieved to have escaped with what they assume to be “minor injuries.” For most of us, brain and spine injuries, loss of vision/hearing, amputation, internal organ damage, paralysis, disability or disfigurement would be the most serious consequences of an accident. However, there are many other injuries that could lead to serious consequences though they may not be immediately recognized as life-threatening. In fact, many ER doctors may fail to alert patients about potentially serious injuries and this could result in them being left undiagnosed and untreated. A good example of such injuries are those that affect the foot and lower leg.

When you or a loved one has suffered foot and lower leg injuries following an accident, getting immediate medical treatment from a qualified and experienced medical expert is essential. Another important aspect to keep in mind is that accidents are caused due to another’s fault or negligence. Victims who have been injured are entitled to seek compensation from those responsible by filing a personal injury case. Contact a personal injury lawyer without delay to get a free, swift and comprehensive assessment of your claim.

Types of Foot and Lower Leg Injuries

The bones of the leg and foot form what is known as the appendicular skeleton. A complex system of muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, tissue, blood-vessels and nerves helps us to stand, walk, move, run, jump, dance etc. The system is considered to be an engineering marvel that supports the weight of the body and is yet flexible enough for balance and various types of movement. The foot especially has a large and very intricate set of muscles which help in flexing, twisting, turning, inversion, etc.

The ankle is an extremely complex joint, which provides strength, balance, flexibility and stability to the body. Any injury to this joint causes immobility, pain and in severe cases, permanent disability. In accidents, the ankle joint can suffer severe twisting, hyperextension and blunt trauma due to impact with the vehicle’s interior or being thrown out onto a hard surface. During an accident, the normal instinct is to brace oneself, using both feet. This can cause compression injuries similar to impact injuries while falling from a height.

Knee injuries also cause great pain and immobility. The knee joint is very tough but can also become severely damaged when the knee-cap is shattered or dislocated. Healing can be a very long-drawn-out process. The symptoms of knee injury include swelling and pain, inability to walk or put weight on the joint, frequent buckling or twisting of the knee. Apart from bone fracture, tendon or ligament tears, soft tissue injury and twisting of the joint are common.

Lower leg injuries are quite common due to sports accidents, motor-vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, objects falling on the area etc. These injuries include knee, ankle and foot trauma, muscle and nerve damage, wounds, cuts and lacerations, sprains and strains, broken bones, fractures, ligament tears, hyperextension of the joint, dislocation of the knee or ankle joint etc.

Treatment

These injuries affect the person’s ability to function normally, and can lead to consequences like immobilization using casts and splints, having to use assistive devices like crutches, wheel-chairs, wearing knee/ankle braces, compression bandages etc until complete healing takes place. Oral or injected pain-killer medications, hot/cold compresses and in severe cases, surgery including re-constructive surgery, may be required. Lower leg and foot injuries require physical therapies for complete restoration of the functions of the joint. Our 24×7 injury lawyers can ensure that an accurate diagnosis is provided without delay.

It’s important that the right medical treatment is started immediately, hence, find a personal injury attorney who can provide guidance and advice about consulting a top-quality medical professional.

How We Can Assist 

Our free consultation injury lawyers can fund your case completely so that victims and families are spared the financial and emotional burden at such a traumatic time in their lives. Personal injury cases are complicated and they need to be filed within a specified time-limit. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can assist you with filing the paperwork correctly, meet filing deadlines and also represent you in all negotiations with the at-fault party. Most personal injury cases are settled out of court through mutual agreement and negotiation. It’s important that your claim is backed by expert testimony and solid evidence so that the opposite party’s fault is clearly established. Our car accident lawyers can ensure that your rights are protected and interests safeguarded through all stages of the case until a full and satisfactory settlement is reached.

If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury ‎Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help.TM (416 931 5015)