Impingement Syndrome Vaccine Injury

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with vaccine related impingement syndrome?

We are here to help. Each and every case is handled with the personal attention and the individualized approach you deserve. If you have been injured by a vaccine you can be assured that our attorneys will fight for you to recover compensation for your injury.

What is Impingement Syndrome?

Impingement syndrome (shoulder impingement syndrome) is a term used to describe swelling that tightens the space around the rotator cuff causing friction against the acromion bone at the top outer edge of your shoulder blade when the shoulder is activated. The friction creates additional inflammation of the same tissue, causing a vicious cycle of pain and a limited range of motion.

Inflammation can begin with a tear in the rotator cuff tendon from an injury or from swelling caused by repetitive motions or overuse or can be caused from an inflamed bursa (a saclike cushion in the joint) due to overuse, infection or injury.

Impingement caused by a vaccine injury may also be referred to as SIRVA (Shoulder Injury Related to a Vaccine Administration).

Signs and Symptoms of Impingement Syndrome

If you notice any of these symptoms following a vaccination, it’s essential to seek medical attention promptly for proper evaluation and treatment.

• Pain occurs when the arm is extended above the head, the arm is lifted, the arm is lowered from a raised position, reaching out with the arm
• Pain and tenderness in the front of your shoulder
• Pain moves from the front of your shoulder to the side of your arm
• Pain is exacerbated when lying on the affected side
• Loss of quality sleep due pain and achiness of the arm
• Pain when reaching behind your back, like reaching into a back pocket or zipping up a zipper

Can I be compensated for my vaccine related injury?

If you develop an injury after receiving a vaccine, you may be entitled to compensation. Here are the steps to take to pursue potential compensation:

Step 1 – Confirm Information on Recent Vaccines
Gather information on the date, brand (if noted), and type of vaccine(s) you’ve had within the last three years that preceded your symptoms. Once you have this information, move on to step two.

Step 2 – Notify the Doctor Who Diagnosed Your Injury
If you are currently being treated for your injury and realize that your symptoms began after a recent vaccination, you should make sure to bring this information to your medical provider’s attention. Your physician may not be aware of the connection, but having this information recorded in your patient file improves medical documentation that helps everyone get a better picture of any and all factors that could be the reason you developed a vaccine injury. In many cases, the medical providers are not aware of a person’s vaccination history and, therefore, may not consider the vaccination as a potential trigger.

Step 3- Seek a Free Consultation with an Experienced Vaccine Injury Attorney
If you received a vaccine and began to have symptoms following receipt of the vaccine, you may be eligible to receive monetary compensation through the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP).

How Siri & Glimstad Can Help

The benefit of having quality legal representation for your vaccine injury case cannot be overstated. Siri & Glimstad, LLP is nationally recognized for its practice in vaccine injury law. We have an entire department of dedicated professionals ready to represent people who have been injured by vaccines. Our curated team is comprised of attorneys and support staff with unique and highly specialized skills that enable us to provide aggressive and competent representation for our clients.

We believe that your relationship with your attorney is just as important to your process as your attorney’s legal skills. If you are reading this, chances are you or someone you love may be enduring one of the most physically and emotionally difficult times in their life. Respect and compassion are fundamental to our practice. We understand that clear and frequent communication are paramount to the client experience. You will have highly personalized, transparent representation with direct access to an attorney during all stages of your case. Every single client is a priority.

If you think you may have a vaccine injury claim or any other vaccine injury, don’t wait. There are strict deadlines that must be met to preserve your case. Contact Siri & Glimstad today for a free consultation with one of our vaccine injury attorneys.