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Repetitive Strain Injury: what it is and what you can do about it?

Repetitive Strain Injury: what it is and what you can do about it?. RSI: What it is. “ Repetitive strain injury (RSI), also called work-related upper limb disorder, is a general term used to describe the pain from muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse”

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Repetitive Strain Injury: what it is and what you can do about it?

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  1. Repetitive Strain Injury: what it is and what you can do about it?

  2. RSI: What it is “ Repetitive strain injury (RSI), also called work-related upper limb disorder, is a general term used to describe the pain from muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse” - National Health Service, 2012. Repetitive strain injury[online]. Available from: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Repetitive-strain-injury/Pages/Introduction.aspx [Accessed 18 February 2013].

  3. RSI: what it is Type 1: a doctor can diagnose a recognised medical condition, for example: • Rotator cuff syndrome (Shoulder) • Epicondylitis (Tennis elbow) • Carpal tunnel syndrome (Wrist) • Tenosynovitis (Hand, wrist or forearm) Type 2: a doctor cannot diagnose any medical condition from your symptoms, because there are no obvious symptoms apart from pain. Also referred to as non-specific pain syndrome.

  4. RSI: what I can’t do (easily) • Lifting and carrying • Opening heavy doors, pressing taps • Cleaning and washing up • Peeling and chopping • Opening jars • Pruning • Writing • Holding the telephone • Cycling • Driving

  5. Psychological aspects • No outward signs • Lack of a ‘cure’ • Fear of losing employment • Fear of becoming severely disabled • Frustration at inability to do ‘normal’ activities • Stress

  6. RSI: what can you do about it? • Tell someone (including your line manager) • Do a workstation assessment • Contact Access to Work • Improve your posture • Take breaks • Try alternative therapies (Pilates, yoga, shiatsu, massage, Alexander technique) • Use gadgets and technology to help you • Change how you work • Stay positive

  7. References Black, M. and Gray, P., 1999. Coping successfully with RSI: an essential guide for computer users. London: Sheldon Press. Butler, S. J., 1996. Conquering carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive strain injuries: a self care program. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications. Pascarelli, E. and Quilter, D., 1994. Repetitive strain injury: a computer user’s guide. New York: Wiley.

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