Physical ailments caused by work have different variations, some are considered mild, others intermediate and others very serious, but there are those that are caused by constantly performing the same activities, this type of injury is called "repetitive strain injuries" for which you can proceed legally with the help of a work attorney to obtain compensation. This type of discomfort occurs when an individual performs a group of continuous movements that are maintained during their work day and that involve the action of parts of the body such as bones, muscles, nerves and joints, causing muscle fatigue, overload, stress, pain and, over time, ultimately repetitive strain injuries.
If you consider it necessary or believe you are a victim of a situation like this and require the support of a work attorney, you should contact the Conexión Legal team as soon as possible by calling 1800 201 1220 or writing to us through WhatsApp, we will provide you with the best free legal advice about your situation, and in this way we will be able to help you obtain the highest possible compensation. Many people are unaware of the relationship that exists between this type of discomfort and their work; however, these injuries are among the most common according to the U.S. Department of Labor and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, causing occupational health problems throughout the country; the two agencies reported that for this type of injury alone, workers' compensation expenses total more than $20 million dollars each year.
Certain types of jobs are more prone to developing this type of problems such as:
- Construction
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Assembly line production
And, of course, any type of work that involves constant movement by which it is possible that you could develop one of these problems. Several risk factors should be taken into account, such as:
- Posture maintenance
- Amount of force applied
- Short work cycles
- Rest periods
Some of the injuries or illnesses that develop most frequently from repetitive strain may include:
- Back pain
- Herniated intervertebral discs
- Carpal tunnel syndrome, which is inflammation in a space (tunnel) between your bones and ligaments.
- Bursitis, which refers to inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion for the joints.
- Epicondylitis. It is common when there is swelling in the area of the elbow.
- Tendinitis. Inflammation of the tendons with possibility of tearing.
- Stress fractures. Cracks on the surface of bones.
- Osgood-Schlatter disease. Inflammation of the area where the patellar tendon connects to the tibia.
- Patellofemoral syndrome. Rupture or softening of the cartilage of the kneecap.
- Medial tibial stress syndrome. Pain around the shin or in the front of the leg.
Prevention is the best alternative for this type of ailments. Below are some steps you can follow to avoid any type of repetitive strain injuries:
- Analyze the ergonomic design of the workplace.
- Perform activities avoiding uncomfortable postures of the body and its parts.
- Avoid prolonged efforts.
- Reduce the energy and force used for certain tasks.
- Use the appropriate tools for the type of work.
- Use the necessary equipment that applies to the activity.
- Schedule tasks so they do not last longer than 30 seconds.
- Attend periodic medical evaluations.
- Establish breaks during the work day.
Some activities require repeated efforts, such as scanning food at checkout or carrying heavy trays as a server, can cause this type of injury. Sometimes, playing musical instruments can cause problems due to excessive use of a certain type of movement in the hands or arms. Every repeated movement can cause damage, including text messaging on phones.
If you consider it necessary and wish to know what a work accident attorney does, you should contact the Conexión Legal team as soon as possible so that, in this way, we can connect you with a work attorney expert in winning cases like this who can provide you with the best free advice, represent you in court and, in this way, help you obtain the highest possible compensation for your injuries.
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