Disability Insider Tips

 Peripheral Vascular Disease, or “hardening of the arteries” is a common condition affecting about 5% of those over 50 years of age. The arteries  become narrowed reducing the flow of blood to the legs. Risk factors include those who smoke, diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood levels of bad cholesterol LDL and low levels of […]

It is important to recognize the early symptoms of a stoke; sometimes called a TIA which means transient ischemic attack. When treated early it can lessen the chances of a full blown stroke.  Symptoms can be extremely varied ranging from confusion to a sudden feeling of tngling or numbness in the face, arm or leg. […]

If you have been diagnosed with COPD(chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), you may qualify for social security disability. It depends on how severely it affects your ability to perform work activities.  The chief cause for COPD is a long history of smoking. The condition is progressive, worsens over time and is associated with frequent exacerbations(flare ups).  Symptoms […]

To begin with, it is very important that you use the services of a law firm which handles disability cases.  The steps required when applying for disability are many and sometimes difficult to understand. They can guide and give you valuable information on how to proceed.  Many individuals applying for disability have more than one problem and frequently […]

Injury to the ankle can result in a very disabling impairment whether it is due to a fracture or torn ligaments. Also,   arthritis of the joint can result in  difficulty standing and walking.  Walking in both cases may be associated with significant pain and loss of ability to walk for any period of time. […]

Hearing loss is a very common problem and appears to be increasing. It can seriously affect one’s quality of life. Various causes can result in hearing loss such as exposue to loud and continuous noise, use of certain medications, family history of hearing loss, childhood infections such as meningitis and a history of damage to […]

An infected joint is also called a septic joint. It is a extremely painful infection involving a joint. The infection may be the result of recent surgery on the joint or may be due to a blood stream infection.  Also, those taking certain medications for rheumatoid arthritis which may suppress the immune system may be […]

Yes, you can get SS disability but you must meet certain criteria.  The process of applying for disability can be quite difficult. Therefore, it may be wise at the start to use an attorney who is very familiar with disability cases. He understands all the requirements involved when applying and can guide you through the […]

Pain in the knees can cause great difficulty in performing duties at one’s job due to inability to stand and walk over an 8 hour day. X-rays and MRI studies often show significant arthritis in the knee, torn ligaments or a torn meniscus. THE PROCESS OF APPLYING FOR DISABILITY The entire process involved when applying […]

Applying for social security disability is not an easy process and can be very confusing. Therefore, from the start it is best if one retains a lawyer who is familiar with disability law. He can help you gather all your medical records and assist you in completing various forms which social security requires. Injuries to […]