Repetitive Stress Injuries

Overview, Causes & Treatment

Overview, Causes & Treatment

A repetitive stress disorder is an injury to a part of the body that is caused by overusing or exerting to much stress on that body part. Stress occurs when the body part is called on to work harder, stretch farther or otherwise function at a greater level then it is prepared for. The immediate impact may be minimal, but when it occurs repeatedly and over time, the constant stressing causes damage to the body part. Common examples of Repetitive Stress Disorders: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendonitis, Bursitis, Tennis Elbow and Trigger Finger. Symptoms those diagnosed with repetitive stress injuries and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome may experience pain, numbness and tingling sensations in the hands and arm which may extend to the shoulder and neck area. Patients have also experience burning and tingling sensations in the fingers, pain in the hands or wrists, or loss of gripping strength. These feelings may be more prevalent at night due to various sleeping positions. Related to Work the debate regarding the relationship between Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and repetitive motion in the workplace is ongoing. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have adopted rules and regulations regarding cumulative trauma disorders. Workplace risk factors of repetitive tasks, force, posture, and vibration have been cited by OSHA. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is provoked by repetitive movement and manipulation activities and that the exposure can be cumulative; that is why it is especially common in those performing assembly line work, manufacturing, sewing, finishing, cleaning, meat & poultry packing, assemblers and data entry personnel.

Treatment to aid in the prevention of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, stretching exercises of the wrist, hand and fingers have been used to combat against the pain and numbness caused by repetitive actions. Other useful treatments for repetitive stress injuries may include splints, corticosteroid injections and ultimately surgery.

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