Complex sprain - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims

What are complex sprains?

Complex strains are serious acute traumatic injuries. This type of sprain happens when a ligament is overstretched and torn. It can greatly affect a person’s mobility and, ultimately, impact their daily life.

While most people correlate sprains with ankles, there are actually other types of sprains. These include:

• Ankle sprains
• Wrist sprains
• Knee sprains
• Finger sprains
• Thumb sprains

People with sprain injuries experience the following symptoms:

• Severe swelling
• Bruising and discoloration
• Intense pain
• Joint instability or limited range of motion

Complex sprains among 9/11 victims and first responders

Sprains are the most reported type of injury for 9/11 survivors and disaster response personnel. Due to the 9/11 tragedy, rescue workers and clean-up crews were at high risk of sustaining injuries from falls, lifting heavy objects, or making quick, sudden movements under stress and pressure. Because of these unfortunate circumstances, sprains were common.

Additionally, 9/11 victims faced the possibility of sustaining complex sprains due to the chaos and panic during and after the terrorist attacks. While mild or minor sprains can heal on their own, complex sprains may require medical intervention, rehabilitation, and even potential surgical treatments to fully recover.

Financial support for complex sprains through the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

Are you one of the 9/11 victims or first responders who sustained acute traumatic injuries like complex sprains? If so, you may be eligible for a 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) payout. The VCF, funded by the federal government, provides fair compensation for victims. The financial aid is for:

• Medical and healthcare costs
• Lost income due to inability to work
• Pain and suffering caused by the injury