A life-changing injury can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. From accidents on the road to a fall at home, these incidents can have a sudden and long-lasting impact on the way people live their lives.
Whilst some injuries can be healed from, life-changing injuries will continue to impact individuals for the rest of their lives. Ranging from brain and spinal injuries to limb loss, chronic pain, and the loss of senses, life-changing injuries can impact all areas of someone’s life.
Adapting to this sudden change can be difficult, but with the right care and support on hand, this transition can be easier.
The physical impact of a life-changing injury
Life-changing injuries will all have a physical impact, but what that impact is, and how much it affects someone, will depend on the injury.
Many injuries can lead to restricted or reduced mobility, which has a significant impact on independence.
The reduction in mobility can be anything, from weakened strength to the inability to walk. This can affect how well someone can look after themselves, including basic needs such as eating, bathing, or toileting.
As well as restricted movement, physical impacts of a life-changing injury can include pain. Long-lasting pain is known as chronic pain. With proper management, this pain can be significantly reduced and have a minimal impact on the quality of someone’s life.
The psychological impact of a life-changing injury
Whilst the physical impact of a life-changing injury depends on the specific injury, the psychological impact can often be similar. The sudden loss of independence and ability can be incredibly difficult to deal with.
Many people will feel frustration and anger, with long-term mental health problems such as depression and anxiety likely to develop.
With physical and mental health going hand in hand, it is important to get the right support for both.
Getting support
Care for life-changing injuries depends not only on the injury, but on the individual. If you or your loved one has suffered from a life-changing injury and needs support, we are here to help.
Getting practical, hands-on support from our team can help you and your loved ones to achieve a level of independence. This includes sourcing mobility aids, assisting in physiotherapy, and providing support with day-to-day tasks such as eating, bathing, and toileting.
We also work alongside you and your loved ones to create a care plan that is completely bespoke to you. This includes not only your physical needs, but support with wellbeing, activities, and mental health.
Having the right support on hand can also help you or your loved one adjust to life with their new injury.
If you would like to find out more about the care services we provide, please get in touch with a member of our team today for more information.