Treatment of a Herniated Disc after an Accident in Illinois

When the negligence of another results in an accident in Illinois and you suffer serious injuries, you may be able to hold them liable through a personal injury claim. A Chicago personal injury lawyer will evaluate your case to determine if you have a valid claim.

A painful injury that can be sustained in a variety of accidents from slip and falls to motor vehicle accidents is a herniated disc. This type of injury causes severe back pain and other symptoms that can make it a debilitating condition.

Treatment of a herniated disc will depend on the location of the damage and the severity of the injury, which may include: 

• chronic pain management;
• rehabilitation;
• physical therapy;
• injections - enzyme, corticosteroid;
• medication - pain relievers, muscle relaxants, antidepressants, opioids; and, in serious cases,
• surgery - discectomy, laminectomy, laminotomy, perctuaneous discectomy.  

Treatment for a herniated disc can be lengthy and expensive, requiring multiple treatments over an extended period of time. An individual may find themselves out of work and facing significant medical bills. These expenses may be compensated through a successful Illinois personal injury claim.

If you have been the victim of an accident in Illinois that has resulted in a herniated disc, consulting with a Chicago personal injury lawyer is the best way to protect your legal rights and pursue compensation through an injury claim.  

When to Hire a Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer

A Chicago personal injury lawyer at the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. has dealt with similar cases to yours and knows the best course of action for your claim. To improve your chances at a fair settlement and take the burden out of all the paperwork involved in a personal injury claim in Illinois, contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.