There are three layers of protection for tendons, muscle, and bones. The first layer of protection is the outer layer of skin, the epidermis. There are many layers of cells (50-150) in the epidermis. It is our main defense against injury and infection. The second layer of protection is the dermis. This layer gives skin elasticity. The final layer of defense is the fatty tissue. There are fat cells, hair follicles, and sweat glands in the fatty tissue layer.
When someone sustains a significant burn, the fluids in the body shift to the burned area. Fluid resuscitation is necessary in cases where the burned area is greater than 20% of the body. Fluid resuscitation is critical during the first 24 hours and is administered by IV.
Second degree burns go through most of the layers of the epidermis, damaging sweat glands and hair follicles and potentially reaching the topmost layer of dermis. Blisters form from the fluid that accumulates between the epidermis and the dermis, increasing the chance of infection. The redness and blistering is accompanied by intense pain because the nerves are damaged, not destroyed.
Because of the chance of infection, second degree burns should be examined by a medical professional. If the second degree burn is ivory or whitish in color, it will require debridement (scrubbing). Debridement exfoliates skin that is not receiving good blood circulation. This facilitates healing and lessens risk of infection. Skin grafts are usually required following debridement.
Once the burn area is thoroughly cleaned, compression garments will be used to minimize scar tissue. Compression garments must be worn for 6 months to 3 years, depending on how the burn is healing.
There can be many long-term complications from a second degree burn, including:
- problems with sweating
- dryness due to oil gland damage
- severe eczema
- premature wrinkles
- mesh scar pattern
On top of the physical problems, many burn victims struggle with psychological and emotional problems. They may suffer from low self-esteem, cold sweats, or nightmares.
A burn injury is a very real, long-term complication. You should not have to bear the financial and emotional burden alone. With aggressive, ethical representation you may be able to obtain compensation for your medical expenses, wage loss, pain and suffering, and any disability. Call TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000 for more information.
Facet joints occur in pairs at the back of each vertebra in the spine. The facet joints link the vertebrae to form a working entity that permits rotation and flexion of the spine. The facet joint bone surfaces are covered with articular cartilage, allowing the bones to glide over each other with minimal friction.
Coup and contrecoup injury can occur even in a relatively minor accident. If the head snaps, front to back or side to side, the brain will slam and recoil against the skull. The majority of head trauma hospitalizations are car accident related and classified as minor injuries; that is, no or only momentary loss of consciousness, no major complications, and no intracranial surgery.
Driving while texting (DWT) is dangerous. It is the new DWI / DUI. DWT is a hot topic — made even hotter now that Oprah has gotten on the bandwagon by encouraging people to make a pledge to not text or even use a cell phone while driving. 
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Chrysler Group LLC issued a recall January 7, 2010 on 2009-2010 models of Dodge Ram, 2010 model of Chrysler Sebring, and then numerous Dodge and Jeep 2010 models for hydraulic brake problems. These vehicles may have been built with a defective brake booster input rod retaining clip. Some vehicles may be completely missing the retaining clip. This could result in brake failure — WITHOUT WARNING — which could lead to a crash. This recall involves more than 24,000 vehicles.
In 2009, speed was a contributing factor in 28% of Minnesota’s fatal crashes, and about 20% of crashes on rural two-lane roads were fatal. Many of those car accidents were due to passing maneuvers. If you have suffered injury in an accident where the offender was using excessive speed, you may be able to obtain compensation for:
The most common violations related to drivers and vehicles in Minnesota are speeding, failure to wear seat belt, and failure to yield right of way. All of these violations can lead to car accidents or to more serious injury if a car accident occurs.
General Motors issued at recall December 18, 2009 on certain models of Corvettes equipped with a removable roof due to adhesive failure between roof panel and the frame. If the roof flies off while being driven down the road, it could strike a vehicle following and cause personal injury or property damage. This recall may involve more than 22,000 vehicles.
General Motors issued a recall December 18, 2009 on 2010 models of Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles for failing to comply with the federal safety requirements that deal with the windshield defrosting and defogging systems and the controls and displays systems. The software is defective and may lead to the heating, A/C, defrost, radio controls, and panel illumination to become inoperative. Driving without a functioning defrost system can reduce visibility and lead to a car accident. This recall involves more than 59,000 vehicles.