The loss of a limb, be it through traumatic amputation in an accident or surgical amputation will have a dramatic and life changing impact, both physically and psychologically for both the victim and their family. There are a huge number of matters which will need to be dealt with ranging from obtaining appropriate prosthetics through to vehicle adaptation, counselling and pain management.
Whilst obtaining compensation in respect of the injuries sustained may not, at first, be a priority to a victim of an amputation accident, we at Martyn Prowel Solicitors would encourage you to contact us early in relation to such claims in order that we can ensure the appropriate level of treatment by managing your case, not only from a legal stand point but also in ensuring and arranging appropriate consultations and rehabilitation upon your behalf. The rehabilitation services which Martyn Prowel Solicitors can procure for you include medical and surgical support, prosthetics, physiotherapy and counselling in order to assist you to achieve maximum recovery.
Three members of the Martyn Prowel Personal Injury Team recently attended a training day in relation to amputation injuries and met with a Consultant in pain medicine from Bristol who discussed the various levels of pain and suffering sustained by amputees ranging from stump pain to phantom limb pain, which he confirmed 60% to 80% of amputees experience. He also discussed the prevalence of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder following amputation injuries and the importance of the instruction of clinical psychologists to aid the recovery of victims.
Martyn Prowel Solicitors are experienced in dealing with claims for damages for victims of amputation accidents and have helped victims not only achieve the significant compensation to which they are entitled following such an injury, but have also aided and assisted their prompt and significant recovery by ensuring clients are provided with the help and support needed to move on with life.
Should you be unfortunate to have suffered a loss of a limb as a result of an accident, or intervention, in respect of which you consider somebody else may be liable, please feel free to contact us on 02920 470909 to speak with one of our Specialist Solicitors and discuss your potential claim and your rehabilitation requirements.