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Back and Neck Injury

Anderson, Greenville, Spartanburg, South Carolina

Back and neck injuries are often the result of strain, overuse and excessive pressure placed on the spine. This is often caused by incorrect posture or incorrect lifting practices. It can also be caused by a sudden traumatic injury to the back or neck due to an accident such as being hit by an object or pushed forward suddenly. The workplace injury attorneys at the Dick James Law Firm in Greenville, South Carolina recognize the seriousness of back and neck injuries and will work hard to ensure you receive all of the Workers' Compensation or personal injury benefits you are entitled to.

Job Related Back and Neck Injuries

Approximately one third of all job related back injuries could have been prevented if better ergonomic practices were used. Ergonomics defines the way implementations and tools are placed and utilized in order to best protect the body from injury. The most effective methods for avoiding back and neck injuries in the workplace include:

• Adjustments to the heights of pallets and shelves
• Removing obstructions that prevent ease of access to objects that are being lifted
• Placing limits on the size and weight of objects that can be lifted manually
• Implementation of motorized and mechanical lifting and moving aids
• Limit the frequency and duration of activities involving lifting

Reporting Injuries

Another common problem with workplace back and neck injuries is that often, an injury may go unattended due to lack of time or the belief that it was just a minor and temporary discomfort.

What takes place under these circumstances is repetitive re-injury that continues to compound the original injury until the symptoms are severe enough to warrant immediate medical attention. The back or neck pain becomes so severe, that more treatment is needed and more time away from work will be required in order for the compounded injury to heal properly and completely.

In some cases, the injury may never completely heal due to the weakened state of that part of the body. This results in chronic pain and associated problems that become a part of daily life for the injured person.

If you or someone you love has suffered a workplace injury involving the back or neck, do not hesitate to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more severe the injury may become. Also, if you fail to report the original injury, it may be considered a pre-existing injury and Workers' Compensation benefits may be denied.

To learn more about back and neck injuries in Anderson, Spartanburg or Greenville, South Carolina, please contact the Dick James Law Firm.