5 Causes of Long-Term Disabilities You May Not Have Considered
When you think about the causes of long-term disabilities, depression, anxiety, arthritis, and various types of injuries may come to mind. And while these things certainly do create long-term disabilities for many people, they aren't the only sources.
Learn about five causes of long-term disabilities — some more common and others less — so you can determine if you might be owed financial compensation through an insurance claim.
1. Strokes
Strokes are often unpredictable, and the complications afterward can vary from next to nothing to life-altering conditions. Some of the most severe consequences of a stroke include paralysis, memory loss, and speech problems. You can imagine how difficult it might be for you to maintain a normal pre-stroke routine with these types of issues.
Although an accepted insurance claim won't minimize the stroke symptoms that affect your mental and physical condition, it will help lift the financial burden these conditions create.
2. Diabetes
According to the American Diabetes Association, 34.2 million Americans had diabetes in 2018. That's about one in 10 Americans. And in 2015, 88 million Americans were in a prediabetes condition. These statistics indicate that a lot of people are or may soon be susceptible to long-term disabilities through this condition at some point.
The long-term disabilities that diabetes can lead to include cardiovascular disease, kidney damage, Alzheimer's disease, hearing impairments, and nerve damage — all of which can significantly impact your way of life. If you suffer from any of these conditions, an attorney can help you determine if you are eligible for an insurance claim.
3. Digestive Disorders
Digestive disorders can create serious complications for those who suffer from them. Some of these conditions include irritable bowel syndrome, gastrointestinal hemorrhaging, and liver disease. If you have a digestive disorder, you may experience intense abdominal pain, weight loss, and unpredictable changes in bowel movements.
Severe digestive problems can impact your life in a big way, and the symptoms can make it difficult to hold down a job. If you have a digestive disorder that interferes with your ability to function normally, an insurance claim may be the answer you need to make ends meet.
4. Back Disorders
Back pain will impact almost everyone to some degree, but it can also lead to symptoms that make it nearly impossible to live your life. For example, some common symptoms include pain and difficulty when you bend down, lift something, walk, or recline. These movements are involved in most actions you can physically do, so this type of disorder can affect your life quickly and comprehensively.
You may have a back disorder that will allow for financial compensation from an insurance company if you suffer from cancer, osteoporosis, scoliosis, arthritis, or ruptured or bulging disks.
5. Joint Diseases
Joint disorders aren't just for athletes, although athletes especially may put themselves at risk if they train too forcefully. In reality, anyone can experience a joint disease or disorder — in fact, one of the more well-known conditions is arthritis. Other conditions include bursitis, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, and bone cancer.
If you have a joint disease that may lead to an accepted insurance claim for long-term disability, you are likely to experience chronic, painful sensations at one or more joints. You'll also find that rest, ice, compression, and elevation may only eliminate the symptoms temporarily.
You may suffer from a long-term disability, but that doesn't mean you have to bear the financial burden alone. At Scott Shaffman Attorney at Law , we represent clients who suffer from chronic disabilities and need compensation from an insurance company. Our team will do everything we can to help you get the money you need to live your life without a financial burden.
