Posted on behalf of Arnold Law Firm
on June 5, 2024 in Auto Accident
Updated on June 13, 2024
Getting knocked about in a car crash is almost certain to cause a lot of aches and pains. But if you have hip pain after a crash, you could have a severe injury.
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Hip pain after a crash could just be bad bruising after the trauma of being violently jolted around in a vehicle. However, after being in a crash, it is always a good idea to get checked out at a nearby hospital. You may have internal injuries, a concussion or a fracture. Getting a proper medical examination protects your health. If you later decide to seek compensation for your medical costs and other losses, your medical records can also help to link your injuries to the crash.
Hip pain may be one of the first indicators you may have more than simple muscle soreness after a crash. However, having hip pain does not always mean just your hips suffered an injury. Some possible injuries that may cause you to experience mild to severe hip pain include:
Car crashes can lead to various types of injuries that may cause hip pain. These injuries can range from mild to severe, affecting the bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves around the hip area. Here are some common types of car crash injuries that can result in hip pain:
Hip fractures are not always obvious. You could have smaller breaks or cracks in the hip bone, or even the femur (thigh bone). A broken hip could happen if your upper leg or hip sustains a direct hit during a crash. Initially, you might not notice the pain as much. However, once the shock wears off, you may experience:
A high-impact collision could force the head of the femur out of its socket. Dislocated hips are extremely painful and show visible deformity. Victims with hip dislocations would not be able to move their hips or legs.
The hip has a ring of cartilage, called the labrum, that traces the outside rim of each hip joint socket. If your hip gets forcefully twisted in an awkward way during a collision, this cartilage could get torn. If this happens, victims could experience pain deep in the hip joint. They may also feel or hear a clicking or locking sensation. These injuries may also cause stiffness and reduced range of motion.
If your hip joints get overstretched or torn during the crash, you may suffer soft-tissue injuries in your muscles, tendons or ligaments. If the soft tissue that supports your hip joint is badly injured, it may be extremely painful to walk. You may also notice swelling or bruising in the area.
Hip bursitis is another common hip injury after a crash that could cause pain in the outer area of your hip. You may also experience some tenderness and swelling.
A car crash could easily cause nerve damage in the hip and thigh area. Notably crash victims with a nerve injury may feel radiating pain extending from the hip and down the leg. Nerve damage could cause you to feel sharp pain, numbness, muscle weakness and a tingling sensation.
Some bruising and soreness is expected after almost any crash. If you have widespread bruising to the area, accompanied by pain and swelling, you may be injured worse than you thought.
An acetabular fracture is a break in the socket of the hip joint. It usually results from high-energy trauma like car crashes. Symptoms include severe hip pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight. Diagnosis involves imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans. Crash victims with this injury may often need surgery to realign and stabilize the bone.
Even if you do not have severe pain in your hip or elsewhere, a prompt medical evaluation after a crash is crucial. It is important to discuss what happened to your body during the crash to help the treating doctor diagnose your injuries. A prompt medical evaluation helps you get the treatment you need sooner. Getting treated right away can also mean a faster recovery with fewer complications.
In addition to having mild to severe hip pain, you may have other symptoms, such as:
Maybe, but this is something you should discuss with one of our experienced car crash attorneys in Sacramento. At Arnold Law Firm, we answer your questions and determine whether you may have legal options for your medical costs and other damages.
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