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Unless the diagnosis of the repetitive strain injury (RSI) is clearly defined, then specific treatments can be difficult for any doctor to recommend

There are classes of RSI which are definitely related to work situations where the task involves repetitive tasks, and it shows in the forms of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, and Tendonitis, each having clearly defined symptoms.

But there are people who suspect that they suffer from RSI but are not involved in any kind of repetitive occupation yet suffer from persistent body aches and pains, without showing any physical symptoms. For these people it is better that other forms of  musculoskeletal diagnostic routines be carried out find a suitable treatment.

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Wrist pain commonly occurs due to overuse of the wrist joint and is known as repetitive strain injury (RSI). Repetitive movement of the wrist can cause damage to the soft tissue, tendons, nerves and muscles associated with the wrist joint

This type of RSI will often affect factory assembly line workers who often have to use rapid, sometimes forceful, repetitive wrist movement as part of the job, resulting in aching and painful wrist joints.

RSI to the wrist can affect any person who is involved in excessive repetitive movement of the wrist joint. It can equally have an effect on computer operators, typists and musicians. Sports people like tennis players or weight trainers can also suffer RSI as a result of their repetitive activities.

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Until fairly recent times, what is now called repetitive strain injury (RSI) was associated with people indulging in sporting activities, and who suffered from such injuries as ‘tennis elbow’ or ‘golfers wrist’.

Such injuries were not recognized as being associated with repetitive movement or of being associated places of work, although such terms as ‘weaver’s cramp’ and threader’s wrist’ where commonplace

But now RSI is recognized as a specific injury relating to repetitive actions in a variety of jobs ranging from assembly line workers, jackhammer operators to computer users and typists. Even sports people like tennis players no longer talk about ‘tennis elbow’ but complain about suffering from RSI’s.

Causes of Repetitive Strain Injury.

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Mobile phones, are used for sending scores of text messages each day. This involves   people using the thumb to operate the keypad. This action is done repetitively, and the users thumb can suffer from a repetitive strain injury (RSI) due to stressing the tendons of the thumb joint.

In a small country like the UK it is estimated that –

-          Each day 100 million text messages are sent. That involves many thumbs doing highly repetitive work.

-          About 4 million ‘texters’ suffer from RSI associated with the thumb directly as a result of repetitive texting.

-          40% of mobile phone users involved in repetitive texting also suffer from strain injuries which cause sore wrists and thumbs.

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Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is caused by the repetitive use of one part of the body and is often job related. It can cause much discomfort associated with pain in the muscles and tendons or nerves of the affected body part.

The symptoms of RSI develop slowly and may only appear whilst doing the repetitive work, disappearing following a short rest. Some of the usual signs of RSI are –

-          Pain and tightness in the area, commonly the wrist and hand.

-          Aching, numbness around the affected joint.

-          Severe tingling sensations.

These symptoms can vary from being mild to causing severe pain and can become very persistent, often worsening when the repetitive task is continued. Frequently the RSI condition is separated into two classes. Types RSI 1 and RSI 2.

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When the early signs of repetitive strain injury (RSI) become apparent, it is important to treat the symptoms before the injury develops into a chronic condition. Preventive measures should be implemented to avoid any further occurrence.

The rehabilitation process for repetitive strain injury does not only involve caring for the person suffering from RSI. A complete examination of all the events leading up to the injury need to be carried out, which include a ‘rehabilitation’ of the work environment and methods of carrying out the repetitive tasks.

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The musculoskeletal system comprises bones and muscles. The muscles are attached to the bones by tendons. Ligaments connect bones together along with cartilage. All body joints are made up from these parts. Any damage to this system can cause repetitive strain injury, (RSI).

The tendons of a joint are a resilient type of tissue with very few nerve endings and very little blood supply. Tendons often have to move many joints in a confined area. Consider the number of joint movements alone involved in the mobility and dexterity of the finger, wrist and hand movement.

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The general name given to disorders caused by long term, rapid, repetitive use of the hand is referred to as hand repetitive strain injury (RSI). This kind of injury can result in pain, swelling, numbness, weakness or even the loss of mobility of the hand.

People who are at most risk of suffering from RSI are those who repetitively use their hand to carry out an assigned task or job. They include a wide variety of occupations but primarily affect computer operators, assembly line workers, athletes, musicians and people engaged in the construction and garment industries.

Causes of Repetitive Strain Hand Injury.

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Conservative therapy treatments for repetitive strain injuries (RSI) can often provide high recovery rates especially for injuries of the upper body.

It has been shown repeatedly that this kind of treatment can bring about rapid, yet long term results Conservative treatment entails a little therapy on the soft tissue, and some stretching and exercising routines. Here are some suggestions which should be tried

-          Stretching Routines. These are used to reduce excessive muscle tension and enable a normal blood flow to the affected muscles. Stretching the arms above the head, and clasping the hands will be beneficial in relieving pain and aches in the upper joints.

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The most common injuries sustained in all work forces around the world are repetitive strain injuries (RSI).

Recent figures for one year alone in the UK state that half a million workers suffer from repetitive strain injury. This represents a loss of 5.5 million working days due to RSI sickness, and it is reported that at least 6 workers each day have to give up work completely due to repetitive strain injury.

In the UK employers are legally bound through Safety at Work Regulations to take all possible steps to prevent incidents of RSI in the workplace. It is to the advantage of the employer to ensure that the workplace is ergonomically designed, and that the workers themselves play a role in making suggestions about the working environment, and to the methods used for carrying out the repetitive tasks.

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