Injuries

A recent study led by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has brought to light the extensive impact of spinal cord injuries (SCI) on muscle wasting. This condition, which extends beyond expected muscle loss due to paralysis, presents a rapid and severe...

When someone is injured in an accident, they could suffer from a collapsed lung. This makes it difficult or even impossible to breathe. The air that was inside the lung fills the chest cavity instead, forcing the lung to stay closed, even when the person attempts to...

There’s no question that pedestrians and bicyclists are extremely vulnerable on or near California streets – even in marked crosswalks. According to the Federal Highway Administration, half of traffic-related injuries occur near intersections. Now there’s a new law...

Seatbelts are one of the most basic – and most important – safety features in modern vehicles. They’re very effective at reducing the severity of injuries in a collision. Unfortunately, seatbelts can also cause injuries in a wreck, and those injuries aren’t always...

Orange County, California's year-round mild climate and scenic landscapes is a cyclist paradise. Before pedaling along its beautiful coastlines and bustling cities, cyclists should acquaint themselves with local laws, biking infrastructure and safety measures. Orange...

It’s no secret that the construction industry is dangerous. In fact, it is widely regarded as the most dangerous occupation, with numerous injuries and fatalities occurring each year.  Accidents on construction sites occur for a number of reasons, but defective power...

You’re called to the hospital after a loved one has been in an accident only to be told that they’re in a coma. Naturally, the first thing you want to know is whether they’re going to wake up again – and how long that might take. Up until recently, the best that...

Even though it might have seemed like crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or intersection controlled by traffic signs or lights in California has always been legal, it hasn’t. That changed, at least to some degree on Jan. 1 of this year when the “The Freedom to...

People who are involved in automobile crashes or falls may suffer from spinal cord injuries due to the severity of the impact and the manner in which it affects the body. These injuries can be very serious. When you seek medical care, the doctor is going to look at...

When people talk about the severity of burn injuries, their focus is often on the aesthetic impact. Burns very frequently cause scars, even with surgical intervention. While it is true that visible burn injuries can affect someone's mental health, self-esteem and...