Elbow Injury Claims

The elbow is a hinge joint that is made up of three bones; the Humerus, which is the upper arm and the paired Radius and the Ulna, which make up the forearm.

Injuries to the elbow normally occur after a fall or due to heavy force being applied as well as due to sharp twisting and bending of the joint.

The most serious elbow injury that can be sustained is a dislocation. An x-ray will confirm any dislocation, with the symptoms being extreme pain when the elbow is flexed as well as swelling and the elbow appearing deformed. A dislocation will result in immediate loss of motion and you will require sedation and pain management whilst the elbow joint is put back into place. This procedure must always be performed by a medical expert at a hospital.

Another common injury that can occur to your elbow is a fracture. A fracture should always be treated as early as possible to avoid any long term complications, such as the loss of motion. Fracturing any of the bones that make up the elbow joint can cause pain, swelling, bruising and even joint deformity. In the most serious cases surgery may even be required if the fracture is badly displaced. A badly displaced fracture could even lead to damaged nerves and blood vessels, which would induce numbness and tingling.

Depending on the extent of the injury to your elbow you could be out of work for months. An injury to your elbow can restrict your movement and disrupt your daily life. This is why if you have received an injury to your elbow that is through no fault of your own you have the right to put a claim in for compensation. Accident Consult can help you do this, guiding you through the process every step of the way.

Accident Consult are experts in no win no fee claims. If you have been involved in an accident that has left you with injury to your elbow then get in touch with Accident Consult today.

For information on how much compensation you could be entitled to, visit out Claim Calculator.

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