Question By: In California, a catastrophic injury is defined as an injury that results in severe, long-term, or permanent impairment or disability. These injuries typically have a profound impact on a person's ability to perform daily activities, work, or enjoy life as they did before the injury occurred. Examples of catastrophic injuries include but are not limited to:
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Severe brain trauma resulting from an impact to the head, often leading to cognitive impairments, physical disabilities, or altered consciousness.
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI): Damage to the spinal cord that causes partial or complete paralysis, loss of sensation, or impaired motor function below the site of injury.
Severe Burn Injuries: Extensive burns covering a large portion of the body, resulting in significant pain, disfigurement, and potential complications such as infection or organ damage.
Loss of Limbs: Amputation or severe injury to one or more limbs, resulting in permanent disability and the need for prosthetic devices or mobility aids.
Severe Orthopedic Injuries: Fractures, dislocations, or other musculoskeletal injuries that cause long-term impairment of mobility or function.
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