Motorcycle accidents are among some of the most severe accidents that occur on our roads every year. In 2018, statistics showed that the amount of motorcyclists killed in accidents dropped by approximately 5% but continued to lead to devastating injuries in the victims involved. Those who are involved in these serious collisions will receive devastating and even life-threatening injuries at times. Among the most common of these injuries is road rash.

What is Road Rash Caused by a Motorcycle Accident?

Road rash is a type of skin abrasion that victims of motorcycle accidents receive. It is an area of the body where the skin has been scraped off, sometimes deep and sometimes not so deep. The affected area will usually bleed and might look raw for some time, but in other cases, it can lead to debilitating and severe results. Today we will look at the different types of road rash injuries and just how severe they can become.

Various Degrees of Road Rash

First-Degree: First-degree road rash is the most minor type of road rash injury. It can still lead to significant pain and have a lasting impact on a person’s life in many ways, however. You will experience symptoms such as reddened skin, minor scrapes, and other minor symptoms if you have been injured in this fashion. Many first-degree injuries will not require professional medical help.

Second-Degree: These injuries happen when the abrasion is so severe that it breaks the skin. Victims should always receive medical treatment if they obtain debris in a second-degree injury. You will see the underlying layers of skin due to these injuries and there could be a risk of scarring.

Third-Degree: This is the most serious and painful type of road rash injury. All five layers of skin will be impacted by these injuries. You might be able to see your fat, tissue, and bones when these injuries occur. There is also a huge risk of infection when a third-degree injury occurs.

After you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, it is always imperative that you seek medical attention as soon as possible. Even the most minor road rash injury can lead to a lot of pain and lasting effects, especially if your injury becomes infected. There are also some things that you must do to retain the best health after one of these injuries such as cleaning your injury and bandaging yourself after you speak with a doctor about how this is done. To prevent a huge impact on your life that cannot be fixed, you should never go without proper medical attention.

Speaking with an Attorney After a Motorcycle Accident

Florida motorcycle accidents are among the most severe accidents that take place on our roadways. If you have been left with serious injuries due to your accident, including road rash, you might have questions about where you can turn. You have a right to compensation through a personal injury claim. At Sheftall & Associates, we will protect your rights every step of the way throughout this process. Please contact our skilled accident attorneys at 904-647-2296 for the help you deserve.