Virginia hip injury attorneys

In our 70-plus years of combined experience, we’ve seen the following:

• Fractured hips: More than 95 percent of hip fractures are caused by falling, usually sideways, as confirmed by the CDC. Fractures of the socket and other parts of the hip can also occur in car accidents. A broken hip requires surgery or a hip replacement, and recovery can be long and painful.
• Dislocated hips: Dislocation occurs when the ball of the hip joint is pushed out of its socket. This takes quite a bit of force, so it can happen in a car collision or high-impact fall. A dislocated hip is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. When the hip is dislocated, it damages muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissue around it as well.
• Sprained hips: A sprain occurs when the ligaments around the hip are stretched or torn. Muscles and tendons may also be injured when the hip is sprained. It’s important to see a doctor for a sprained hip. You may be instructed to use crutches or a walker, rest and protect your hip, and avoid any activity that causes pain.
• Strained hip: a strain occurs when the muscles that support the hip are stretched or torn. This is a painful injury that may immobilize the patient. Treatment may include rest, surgery, or physical therapy.
• Bursitis of the hip: This condition occurs when tiny fluid-filled sacs in the hip called bursae become irritated and inflamed. Bursitis is a leading cause of hip-joint pain after a car accident, but bursitis can also result from a fall.
• Hip contusions: a hip contusion occurs when a broken blood vessel leaks into the nearby area, causing pain, swelling, and discoloration. A deeper bruise, known as a hip pointer, may result from a direct blow to the area. This is a common sports injury, especially for football players. Recovery from a hip contusion requires a period of rest and the avoidance of physical activity.
• Labral hip tears: The labrum is a ring of cartilage that can be found along the outside rim of the hip joint socket. It cushions the joint while helping to hold the ball at the top of the thighbone firmly in place. When the labrum is torn, it may cause pain in the hip or groin, a locking sensation, and a limited range of motion.