Cell Death after a Spinal Cord Injury

Immediately after a serious car accident in Indiana, the symptoms of a spinal cord injury are perhaps at their worst. This is because the spinal cord has just been cut, torn or severed and swelling is at its most severe. In the days and weeks following a spinal cord injury, some functioning and mobility may return as swelling decreases, depending on the severity of the injury.

It's also at this time that a spinal cord injury complication known as apoptosis, or cell death, occurs. This is a natural function of the body, in which unhealthy cells are forced to shrink and implode. It can also be extremely detrimental to the healing process after a spinal cord injury.

This is because in addition to killing damaged spinal cord cells, this process also strips away at myelin, which speeds up the spinal cord's nerve impulses. When this happens, communication between the brain and spinal cord is hampered even further, which may slow signs of progress.

The days and weeks following a spinal cord injury can be filled with challenges such as these. During this time, you'll want to consider talking with an Indianapolis personal injury lawyer about your accident in Indiana.

If another person's actions caused your Indiana accident and spinal cord injury, you may be able to seek compensation through a personal injury claim. While damages can account for your medical bills and lost time at work, you may also be able to seek compensation for the emotional toll the accident has exacted upon your life, including your hospital stay. 

A Helping Hand from an Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyer

When you have complications with your personal injury claim, an Indianapolis personal injury attorney can help you to alleviate some of the stress and anxiety associated with filing a claim. In order to get back on track with your personal injury claim, order a copy of our book, Consumer's Guide for Injured Victims at NO COST then contact a personal injury lawyer at the Hensley Legal Group for a no-cost consultation - 1-888-505-8232.