Surgical Procedures Related to Work Injuries

Suffering an injury at work can be a devastating experience, impacting not only your health but also your livelihood. In some cases, injuries may require surgical intervention to help restore function and alleviate pain.

One common type of surgical procedure for workers' compensation injuries is arthroscopic surgery. This minimally invasive procedure is often used to diagnose and treat injuries to the joints, such as the knee, shoulder, or wrist. Arthroscopic surgery involves inserting a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair damaged tissue, remove debris, or reconstruct ligaments.

Another surgical procedure frequently performed for workers' compensation injuries is spinal surgery. Injuries to the spine, such as herniated discs or spinal fractures, can cause debilitating pain and impairment. Spinal surgery aims to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, stabilize the spine, and restore function. Procedures may include laminectomy, discectomy, spinal fusion, or artificial disc replacement.

Orthopedic surgery is also common for workers' compensation injuries, particularly for fractures and musculoskeletal injuries. These procedures may involve the realignment of bones, fixation with hardware such as screws or plates, or the repair of soft tissue injuries. Orthopedic surgery aims to restore function, reduce pain, and prevent long-term complications.

For workers' compensation injuries involving the hands or wrists, surgical procedures such as carpal tunnel release or tendon repair may be necessary. These procedures aim to restore function and alleviate pain caused by repetitive stress injuries or traumatic injuries.

Regardless of the type of surgical procedure, it's important for injured workers to have access to timely and appropriate medical care. Workers' compensation insurance is required to pay for surgeries that are reasonable and necessary to cure or relieve the effects of a work injury and are causally related to the work injury.

If you need help getting your surgery bills paid, Frayne Injury Law can offer peace of mine and guidance.

Frayne Injury Law is a law firm that represents injured employees in work comp cases. A free, no obligation, consultation is available to anyone looking for legal advice.