Treatment for an ACL Tear Resulting from a Work Knee Injury

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by Lisa Callahan lisacallahan@murphylawyer.com

12/15/2011
James K. Murphy
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Treatment for an ACL Tear Resulting from a Work Knee Injury

When you have been injured at work, a knee injury such as an ACL tear may result in the need for long-term medical treatment. Whether you were injured due to a fall, repetitive movement or bending your knee the wrong way, compensation benefits may be available. Consulting with a Douglasville, Georgia Workers' Compensation law firm is the best way to learn what your legal options are.

Ways to Treat an ACL Tear for Your Knee Injury at Work

Treatment for an ACL tear stemming from a knee injury at work may include the following:

rest;
icing the knee;
elevating the knee;
special exercises;
knee immobilizer and/or crutches;
medication for pain;
surgery; and
rehabilitation.

Depending on the severity of the tear, you could be out of work for a few days or even several months.

When you have experienced an ACL tear resulting from duties performed at work, a knee injury of this nature may result in medical treatment and time off from work longer than you may expect. Contact a Douglasville, Georgia Workers' Compensation law firm to learn if you qualify for Workers' Compensation or any other benefits.

When It’s Time to Contact a Douglasville, Georgia Workers' Compensation Law Firm

Filing a Workers’ Compensation 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 third 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.

If you have been injured and have questions about your accident or your potential personal injury case, start by visiting our article library for relevant and helpful information regarding injuries and cases. You can watch our videos for information from and about James Murphy, or request our FREE books on what to do after an accident or when buying insurance in Georgia. Contact us today – 1-770-577-3020.

Category: Workers' Compensation

Labels: knee injury; Workers' Compensation

At Murphy & Associates, LLC we provide free consultations for work related accidents and personal injury claims. If you have been injured on the job and have questions for a Atlanta Workers Comp Attorney you may be interested in the following helpful information and ways to contact us: