One of the most common work related injuries I see as a Minnesota attorney are back injuries. For many, these types of injuries are only soft tissue which ultimately resolve over time. However, some back injuries are more serious. The more serious injuries are typically herniations or bulging disks in the spine. These work injuries can be extremely debilitating injuries.
Spine Health published an article discussing the various symptoms of herniated disks. The article goes through the various levels of the spine and outlines the various symptoms associated with a herniation at that level.
This week on Comp Wonk is all about backs and spines. Lumbar, thoracic and cervical. We will be looking at some of the causes of back injuries, treatment options and ways to prevent back injuries.
