A work-related rotator cuff tear in North Carolina can be extremely painful. You may wonder about the treatment options available to you and whether you will need surgery to repair the damage. Not necessarily; some rotator cuff tears heal on their own without surgical...
Month: August 2020
Could exercise help decrease the risk of a fall?
Falls are a leading cause of injury because they can happen so easily. It does not matter how old you are or how physically fit, a fall can happen in an instant. All it takes it a slippery or uneven surface, and the next thing you know, you are on the ground in pain....
Big rigs, time of day, fatigue and the risk of serious crashes
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration performs frequent studies related to large commercial vehicles and safety on the road. Among their studies is the relationship between driver alertness and time of day. This is where the circadian rhythm becomes a...
Property damage claims for potholes
According to the findings of a AAA study published in The Virginian-Pilot, potholes cost American drivers approximately $3 billion a year in car damage alone. The average cost of a single repair is $300. These figures do not take into account costs associated with...
Work injury can increase chances for drug abuse and suicide
This is an unpleasant, uncomfortable, but necessary subject. Suffering an injury at work in North Carolina is a setback. You may have to take time off, go through physical therapy or spend time in the hospital. You have to do whatever it takes to get better, but in...
What injuries are common in office settings?
Many industries are inherently dangerous, from construction to manufacturing to agriculture. However, you and other North Carolina residents can suffer a job-related injury or illness in any workplace setting – including those you might not expect to be hazardous. If...