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Don’t Delay Treatment for a Kansas City Car Crash Hip Dislocation

Did you think that only older adults suffer from hip dislocations? You may be surprised to learn that 92 percent of hip dislocations are sustained by people under age 65. The leading cause of hip dislocation is injury from traffic accidents.

It is not uncommon for the bones of the hip to become displaced during a Missouri car crash. A force that can crumple steel is certainly strong enough to displace bones and tear the ligaments holding them in place. In a hip dislocation, the top of the femur (thigh bone) becomes dislodged from the hip.

If your hip has been dislocated, you will feel intense pain in the hip area. It may look deformed. As fluid builds up in the joint, it will become swollen and puffy. There will be bruising. It is important that you see a doctor right away, even if your joint moves back into place and your hip stops hurting. Once a hip has been dislocated, it will continue to move in and out of position - unless it has a chance to heal properly. The movement of the bones can cause damage to the ligaments, bones, nerves and arteries in the hip. This can lead to permanent disability.

If you feel intense hip pain after a Kansas City auto accident, it is important that you see a doctor. Don't delay medical care because you are worried about medical expenses; this will only lead to further damage. Our Kansas City personal injury attorneys may be able to help you seek injury compensation.

• The first step of treatment will be reduction, the process of moving the displaced bones back into place. Reduction is very painful, so you will be given pain killers. In some case, surgery is necessary.
• Once the hip has been moved back into place, you will need to keep your weight off your leg so it can heal. You will have to use crutches to move around.
• Once the swelling has gone down, you will begin physical therapy. It will take two to three months, but this will help you regain the full use of your hip.

A dislocated hip is a serious injury that requires intensive treatment. If you have sustained a dislocated hip in a Missouri car wreck, you may be unable to work for a period of time. Although you know it is important to take care of yourself, the mounting medical bills may make you anxious.

Contact the Kansas City personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616. The initial consultation is free. If you have a Missouri accident injury claim, we will work with the insurance companies to get you the money you need to pay your bills. You may even qualify for compensation for your lost wages.

Learn more about the rights of Missouri accident victims; request a free copy of our book, 10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim.

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