Social Security Disability Conditions
Leading Causes of Disability Claims in the U.S.
According to disability statistics, the chances of becoming
disabled prior to retiring is one in three. So you are not alone.
There are many Disability Medical Conditions, but here are some leading
causes:
"Disability reasons, filing for disability claims or when most folks
usually think of social security disability filing, they usually think its
due to a major catastrophic event, for example a serious automobile accident
that causes irreversible or long term injury, or maybe causing an individual
to be paralyzed" says our lead counsel Fred J. Fleming who has been
practicing Disability law for over 30+ years, and is part of our
organization. "No one really realizes that disability or when filing for
Social Security Disability, its mostly because of by conditions that are
much more common in the U.S than most know, which is why some folks don't
start their claim process as early as they should."
Medical conditions such as cancer, arthritis, back pain, heart disease,
depression, diabetes, and even pregnancy are some of the main causes of
filing for disability in the U.S.
Common Conditions that Cause Disability
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Arthritis
and other
Musculoskeletal Problems - Disability
Arthritis is a group of musculoskeletal conditions in which there is
inflammation of the joints, causing pain, stiffness, disability and deformity.
Other joint problems and disorders of the bones, muscles and their attachments
to each other are covered under the rubric of musculoskeletal conditions.
There are more than 100 forms of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions,
which include fractures, other injuries due to trauma and various forms of
arthritis. The focus of the NHPA initiative is on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis and osteoporosis.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis. It is a
degenerative condition that is caused mainly by accumulated wear of the
cartilage. Cartilage cushions the ends of bones where they meet to form a joint.
As the cartilage degenerates, the normal function of the joint is disrupted
causing pain. The disease affects mainly the hands, spine and weight-bearing
joints such as the hips, knees and ankles.
Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that mainly affects
the joints and is characterized by joint swelling and destruction. It is an
autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the tissues lining the
joints. The inflamed joints often cause pain, heat and swelling. Rheumatoid
arthritis most often affects the hand joints and commonly produces deformities.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis meaning "porous bones" is a musculoskeletal disorder where the
bone density thins and weakens, resulting in an increased risk of fracture. The
most common sites of fracture are the bones of the spine, the hip and the wrist.
However other bones are also affected, including the shoulder, ribs and the
pelvis.
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Heart Disease / Stroke &
Disability
According to the CDC- In the United States, the most common
type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to
heart attack. You can greatly reduce your risk for CAD through lifestyle
changes and, in some cases, medication.
Coronary artery disease can cause a heart attack. If you have a heart attack,
you are more likely to survive if you know the
signs and symptoms, call 9-1-1 right away, and get to a hospital quickly.
People who have had a heart attack can also reduce the risk of future heart
attacks or strokes by making lifestyle changes and taking medication.
However some individuals may need to make some lifestyle changes after
suffering a heart condition. And filing for disability maybe an option to help
supplement loss income
Cancer is a group of related diseases characterized by the out-of-control
growth of abnormal cells caused both by external and internal factors such
as chemicals, radiation, immune conditions, and inherited mutations.
Different cancers have different risk factors. Many people with one or more
risk factors never develop cancer, while others with this disease have no
known risk factors. Different types of cancer vary in their rate of growth,
pattern of spreading throughout the body, and response to treatment. Many
types of cancer may be cured by surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormone
therapy, and/or bone marrow transplant.
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Mental Health Problems and Disability Benefits
A mental disorder or mental illness is a psychological or behavioral pattern that is generally associated with distress or disability, and which is not considered part of normal development or a person's culture. Mental disorders are generally defined by a combination of how a person feels, acts, thinks or perceives. This may be associated with particular regions or functions of the brain or rest of the nervous system, often in a social context. The recognition and understanding of mental health conditions have changed over time and across cultures, and there are still variations in definition, assessment and classification, although standard guideline criteria are widely used. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over a third of people in most countries report problems at some time in their life which meet criteria for diagnosis of one or more of the common types of mental disorder.
The causes of mental disorders are varied and in some cases unclear, and theories may incorporate findings from a range of fields. Services are based in psychiatric hospitals or in the community, and assessments are carried out by psychiatrists, clinical psychologists and clinical social workers, using various methods but often relying on observation and questioning. Clinical treatments are provided by various mental health professionals. Psychotherapy and psychiatric medication are two major treatment options, as are social interventions, peer support and self-help. In a minority of cases there might be involuntary detention or involuntary treatment, where legislation allows. Stigma and discrimination can add to the suffering and disability associated with mental disorders (or with being diagnosed or judged as having a mental disorder), leading to various social movements attempting to increase understanding and challenge social exclusion.
(Courtesy of Wikipedia)
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Diabetes (One of the most common
Disability)
Diabetes mellitus, often simply referred to as diabetes, is a group of
metabolic diseases in which a person has high blood sugar, either because
the body does not produce enough insulin, or because cells do not respond to
the insulin that is produced. This high blood sugar produces the classical
symptoms of polyuria (frequent urination), polydipsia (increased thirst) and
polyphagia (increased hunger).
There are three main types of diabetes:
Type 1 diabetes: results from the body's failure to produce insulin, and
presently requires the person to inject insulin. (Also referred to as
insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, IDDM for short, and juvenile diabetes.)
Type 2 diabetes: results from insulin resistance, a condition in which cells
fail to use insulin properly, sometimes combined with an absolute insulin
deficiency. (Formerly referred to as non-insulin-dependent diabetes
mellitus, NIDDM for short, and adult-onset diabetes.)
Gestational diabetes: is when pregnant women, who have never had diabetes
before, have a high blood glucose level during pregnancy. It may precede
development of type 2 DM.
Other forms of diabetes mellitus include congenital diabetes, which is due
to genetic defects of insulin secretion, cystic fibrosis-related diabetes,
steroid diabetes induced by high doses of glucocorticoids, and several forms
of monogenic diabetes.
All forms of diabetes have been treatable since insulin became available in
1921, and type 2 diabetes may be controlled with medications. Both type 1
and 2 are chronic conditions that usually cannot be cured. Pancreas
transplants have been tried with limited success in type 1 DM; gastric
bypass surgery has been successful in many with morbid obesity and type 2
DM. Gestational diabetes usually resolves after delivery. Diabetes without
proper treatments can cause many complications. Acute complications include
hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, or nonketotic hyperosmolar coma.
Serious long-term complications include cardiovascular disease, chronic
renal failure, retinal damage. Adequate treatment of diabetes is thus
important, as well as blood pressure control and lifestyle factors such as
smoking cessation and maintaining a healthy body weight.
Globally as of 2010 it is estimated that there are 285 million people
diabetes with type 2 making up about 90% of the cases.[2]
(Courtesy of Wikipedia)
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Nervous System Disorders for Disability
Conditions that might be grounds for disability benefits could include: multiple sclerosis,
Parkinson's disease, ALS, epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, and other
conditions that affect the brain or nerves. MS aka Multiple Sclerosis is a leading cause of
disability in young adults. It most often appears between ages 20 and 40.
Some Common Social Security Disability
Questions:
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Who is eligible
for Social Security Disability Benefits? -
How can I apply or submit a claim for Social Security disability benefits
or SSI?
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If I am awarded
Social Security Disability and/or SSI How much money will I receive? -
If I become disabled,
how long do I have to wait to apply for Social Security Disability and or SSI? -
Can I work at all and
receive Social Security Disability Benefits? -
What about my family? Are
they entitled to social security disability benefits? -
I have been awarded
Social Security Disability Benefits, but I cant live on the amount I get from my
Social Security Disability and/or SSI benefits. Can I get more money from Social
Security Disability benefits? -
How long will my Social
Security Disability Benefits be paid to me? -
I am a mother taking care
of my kids, and I use to be employed. I have become disabled can I get Social
Security Disability Benefits and/or SSI? -
I’m presently collecting
early retirement. Does being disabled entitle me to collect differential
Security Disability Benefits and/or SSI? -
What can I do to have the
best chance of winning my Social Security Disability or SSI claim? -
How does having legal
help for my Social Security Disability and/or SSI claim better my chances of
winning? -
Can I receive workman's comp and Social Security disability benefits?
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What diseases does
Social Security Disability and/or SSI consider to award benefits? -
Do you have to be permanently disabled to get Social Security disability benefits
and/or SSI? -
How do I find an attorney
to help me on my Social Security disability or SSI claim? -
I want to get started
with my Social Security Disability claim what do I do first?
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