Question

1- Explain what Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is and describe the most common causes.

2- Describe the available options used to reduce or prevent RSI in the workplace

Answer 1

1)A—Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by excess pressure on the median nerve.

-Bursitis is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs (called bursae) that cushion the body’s joints. It often affects the knees, shoulders, elbows, and hips and is caused by overus.       —Tendonitis, an inflammation of the tendons, is the most common repetitive use injury we treat.
—Tendons connect muscle to bones, and they can be inflamed or injured along their course by repetitive movements. “Trigger finger” and “tennis elbow” are two common maladies that are actually tendonitis. These are the most common causes

2)medication – including paracetamol, short-term use of anti-inflammatory medicines, such as ibuprofen, or pain receptor-blocking medications, such as some forms of antidepressants

-cold packs, elastic supports or a splint

-physiotherapy – including advice on posture and stretches or exercises to help strengthen or relax your muscles

-steroid injections, and surgery to correct specific problems with nerves or tendons (for example, if you are diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome