Exercising regularly is a vital aspect of a healthy lifestyle. Many people invest in exercise equipment for home use, including treadmills, elliptical machines and stationary bikes.
Those who use exercise machines are at risk of injury if the equipment is defective. Despite the benefits of exercise, the use of defective equipment can lead to injuries.
Head or spinal cord injuries
Users of defective exercise equipment can suffer head or spinal cord injuries. These serious injuries can occur when equipment such as a treadmill malfunctions, causing them to lose control and suffer a bad fall.
Broken bones or soft tissue injuries
In addition, they can suffer broken bones or soft tissue injuries like muscle strains. These injuries can happen when an elliptical machine or another equipment malfunctions, which may cause them to fall or experience physical strain.
Cardiovascular strain
They can also experience cardiovascular strain due to defective exercise equipment. When equipment such as a treadmill malfunctions, this can cause them to work too hard or experience unexpected interruptions in their workout. Cardiovascular strain can lead to dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting.
Other common injuries
Additionally, they can suffer from injuries to the neck, back or knees. They can also suffer bruises from collisions with equipment, cuts from broken parts and burns from faulty electrical components.
Pursuing fair compensation
Using defective exercise equipment can have severe consequences for those who are trying to stay healthy. Since going through the complex process of pursuing fair compensation can be challenging, seeking legal guidance may help injured individuals understand their rights and options. Also, having a legal advocate on their side may help them safeguard their rights as they aim to move forward and recover from their injuries.