Effects of electrical injury on musculoskeletal system: a case report

Abstract

Electrocution is an uncommon accidental event seen as an occupational hazard in electricity department field workers, more during rainy season and among electric pole workers. This can occur in general public in household settings also, when electric wiring is faulty or there is leakage of electricity due to short circuit and conduction of electricity through wet walls, metal taps, electric poles or electrical appliances. Rarely, electrocution may be chosen as a mode of committing suicide. In severe cases, death occurs instantly which is described as electrocution. But in many cases, the victim survives and develops short term or long-term ill effects on various systems of the body. Most of the electrical injuries are accidental and preventable.