repetitive strain injuries
Cumulative motion harm
Repetitive strain injuries are damage to muscles, tendons, or nerves caused by repeated motions over time.
Carpal tunnel syndrome from typing and tennis elbow are common examples.
The term usually appears in workplace contexts: She filed a workers' comp claim for repetitive strain injuries from years at the keyboard.
Often abbreviated RSI.
Compressed nerve at wrist
- tendinitisInflamed tissue joining muscle to bone
- epicondylitisInflamed elbow prominence tissue
- trigger fingerDigit that discharges firearms
- bursitisInflamed joint cushions
ganglion cyst · writer's cramp · tennis elbow · golfer's elbow
Rehabilitative movement-based medical care
- restCessation of activity
- splintingStabilizing injured bones externally
- iceWater's solid form
- anti-inflammatoriesDrugs that reduce swelling
cortisone injection · surgery · massage therapy · occupational therapy · acupuncture · bracing · TENS · heat therapy
Extending muscles or material
- microbreaksVery short rest intervals
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- warm-upPre-activity preparation routine
- strength trainingBuilding muscle through resistance
rest periods · posture correction · pacing · conditioning · mobility exercises · resistance training · awareness · hydration
Array of input keys
- mouseSmall gnawing mammal
- postureBody position, alignment
- workstationTechnical computing system
- sit-stand deskWorkstation with variable elevation
wrist rest · ergonomic chair · footrest · adjustable desk · lumbar support · keyboard tray · document holder · task lighting
One who keyboards
- data entryRecording information digitally
- assembly line workerEmployee at conveyor stations
- cashierTill operator
- musicianOne who performs melodies
factory worker · seamstress · hairdresser · meat packer · massage therapist · dental hygienist · carpenter · surgeon
carpal tunnel syndrome
Compressed nerve at wrist
- tendinitisInflamed tissue joining muscle to bone
- epicondylitisInflamed elbow prominence tissue
- trigger fingerDigit that discharges firearms
bursitis · ganglion cyst · writer's cramp · tennis elbow · golfer's elbow
physical therapy
Rehabilitative movement-based medical care
anti-inflammatories · cortisone injection · surgery · massage therapy · occupational therapy · acupuncture · bracing · TENS · heat therapy · strengthening exercises
stretching
Extending muscles or material
- microbreaksVery short rest intervals
- exerciseActivity for fitness
- warm-upPre-activity preparation routine
strength training · rest periods · posture correction · pacing · conditioning · mobility exercises · resistance training · awareness · hydration · cool-down
keyboard
Array of input keys
- mouseSmall gnawing mammal
- postureBody position, alignment
- workstationTechnical computing system
sit-stand desk · wrist rest · ergonomic chair · footrest · adjustable desk · lumbar support · keyboard tray · document holder · task lighting · standing desk
typist
One who keyboards
- data entryRecording information digitally
- assembly line workerEmployee at conveyor stations
- cashierTill operator
musician · factory worker · seamstress · hairdresser · meat packer · massage therapist · dental hygienist · carpenter · surgeon · gamer
pain
Bodily or emotional distress
stiffness · weakness · swelling · inflammation · tenderness · burning · throbbing · aching · cramping · spasms
repetitive strain injuriesfractures
Breaks in rigid material
broken bones · lacerations · contusions · sprains · dislocations
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