“Road rash” is a colloquial term for skin abrasion injuries caused by contact between the body and the road. These are some of the most common injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents.
Even relatively minor road rash can result in severe pain, as the skin is scraped away, leading to serious bleeding, redness, and inflammation. In very serious cases, road rash can lead to nerve damage and/or life-threatening infection. While minor road rash injuries can be effectively treated at home, large or deep abrasions will likely require medical attention.
When to seek medical attention for road rash injuries:
The affected area is larger than the palm of your hand
Underlying muscle, tissue, or bone is visible
There is excessive bleeding
The injury is on an area of the body prone to infection, such as the hands, feet, or face
You are unable to clean debris from the wound
There are signs of infection, such as draining, increased pain, flu-like symptoms, etc.
It may be possible to recover compensation for your medical treatment if your motorcycle accident resulted from another person or party’s negligence. Todd Miner and his motorcycle accident attorneys can help you understand your potential legal options during a free initial consultation. Todd has been a motorcycle rider since childhood and knows firsthand the perspective of motorcycle riders involved in accidents.