Arm injuries can be very diverse and will range from mild soft tissue injuries such as bruises or sprains to much more serious injuries involving multiple fractures. Arm injuries can also sustain “crush” injuries caused by objects falling onto an arm, or an arm becoming trapped in machinery.
The most mild types of arm injuries will still cause a degree of discomfort and stiffness for a brief period of time after an accident. However, a more serious arm injury can take several months or even years to fully recover. There is also a risk that the victim will be left with permanent damage such as reduced movement and sensitivity. In some cases nerve damage in the arm can still cause a chronic level of pain which can persist even after the arm may appear to have fully recovered.