The number of people living in the United States needing hip replacement surgery (also known as hip arthroplasty) has skyrocketed in recent years, jumping from 310,800 in 2010 to more than 450,000 per year in 2020 according to a report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The average age of patients undergoing hip … Read more
Escalators have become universal in our daily lives, allowing us to move between different levels of buildings, such as shopping malls, airports, and subway stations. While these moving staircases are known for their efficiency and convenience, they also carry the potential for accidents. In this post, we will explore what happens when you are involved … Read more
One of the basic elements of treating a patient at a hospital who has a suspected fracture is to order X-Rays and other imaging to rule out a fracture. Unfortunately, even if the radiologist interpreting the X-Ray notes it shows a fracture, patients are sometimes discharged from the hospital and told they do not have a fracture. If … Read more
above image of Calcaneus Fracture by Jojo shared via CC BY-SA 3.0 A fracture to your heel, or calcaneus bone, can be very painful and disabling. In some instances, mainly before displacement, it can be treated without surgery. However, if the fracture becomes displaced this can lead to the need for surgery. This surgery can include fusion … Read more
A driver involved in a vehicle accident in Philadelphia is expected to stop and remain until he has completed his responsibilities. Even if no one is injured, drivers must disclose their names and addresses, as well as their license and registration. If a driver does not stop, he has committed a hit and run, often … Read more
Workers’ compensation to cover the cost of carpel tunnel surgery has become a hot-button issue among today’s workforce. As technology has advanced and the way we work has evolved, an increasing number of workers suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome due to repetitive stress as they go through the motions every day at work. If you … Read more
Many older motorcycles lacked the safety technology that newer bikes come with. Older bikes usually have tires with poor traction, while newer bikes have greater maneuverability and anti-lock brakes. On these older bikes, it is often safer to slide and fall off the bike rather than to attempt braking suddenly in the event of a … Read more
A slip and fall accident can result in various injuries that can range from mild to severe. While most of these injuries will be visible and easy to identify, such as bruises and lacerations, it is not uncommon for a slip and fall victim to suffer internal bleeding due to the accident. Unfortunately, internal bleeding … Read more
Dog bites represent one of the most common personal injury claims in Pennsylvania and the country. But unfortunately, victims of a dog attack in PA are not always aware of their rights. Regarding damages, compensation, and liability, laws surrounding dog bites vary by state. According to Pennsylvania law, a dog owner may be liable for … Read more
The effects of alcohol on the body can vary from person to person, including their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. However, even at blood alcohol levels within Pennsylvania’s legal limit, an individual’s use of alcohol before getting behind the wheel can negatively impact thier driving, from reduced reaction times to coordination loss. Most … Read more