Orthopaedic Claims – what are they?

 

Orthopaedics refers to the bones, muscles and joints in the body. A doctor specialising in orthopaedics will often handle patients that have suffered bone fractures or who need hip or knee joint replacements or spinal surgery.

Negligent treatment of an orthopaedic injury, be it a failed hip or knee replacement, or delayed treatment of a fracture, can lead to severe problems.

The most common problems experienced are:

• a delay or failure to diagnose a fracture;
• pain or infection following a hip or knee replacement;
• complications after spinal surgery;
• failure to explain the operation fully; and
• a failure to carry out the appropriate scans and tests

Failures can have a far reaching effect. Negligent surgeries and poor aftercare can also lead to painful recovery periods and financial problems where the patient is unable to work.

 

If you haven’t got the mobility and independence you expected after surgery, then the medical negligence team at Bridge McFarland Solicitors can support you in making a complaint.

 

Have you had problems following a hip or knee replacement surgery?

Hip and knee replacements are a very common procedure in the UK – the aim is to improve people’s mobility, independence and pain. If you or your loved ones’ procedure has not had the desired outcome then get in touch with our team today.

 

Have you had a fracture in the last three years?

Did it take a long time to diagnose or treat? If so, and if you are still experiencing problems, then get in touch with our expert team today.

 

Has your spinal surgery not had the outcome you expected?

Spinal issues can range in severity, and the necessary surgeries can range from the standard procedure to the very complex. If you or someone you care for has had a spinal procedure go wrong then get in touch with our team today.