Complications of a Herniated Disc Work Injury in Georgia

You could be entitled to file a Georgia Workers' Comp claim if you suffered a herniated disc during the scope of your job. If your employer denies your claim, then your next step should be to consult a Douglasville work injury lawyer.

A herniated disc usually causes back pain. If there is nerve damage, there may be additional symptoms experienced such as numbness or weakness. While it can usually be treated with non-invasive methods, sometimes surgery becomes necessary.

While complications aren’t common with a herniated disc, there are some that an individual could suffer from, such as “saddle anesthesia.” 

Saddle refers to the area of the body that usually touches a horse’s saddle, such as the backs of your legs and inner thighs. This area can begin to lose sensation, much as you would feel if you had been given anesthesia. 

Another complication is a condition called cauda equina. This is when a long group of nerves, which looks like a horse’s tail, are compressed by the herniated disc. It can become severe enough that it causes bladder or bowel problems.

When you have suffered a herniated disc while working, you may be able to file a Georgia Workers' Comp claim. Contact a Douglasville work injury lawyer for help with your claim.

When It’s Time to Contact a Douglasville Work Injury Lawyer

Filing a Georgia Workers' Comp claim for work injuries in Atlanta, Georgia, can result in having to deal with multiple parties. Your claim not only involves your employer, but may also involve 3^rd parties such as equipment manufacturers. At Murphy & Associates our attorneys are ready to answer your questions about your legal rights after a workplace accident. We make it a point to provide useful, free information, so you can make an educated decision before you choose to hire us. 

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