WHAT’S AT STAKE

Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) result from damaged muscles, nerves, and tendons. Sometimes called repetitive motion injuries, repetitive stress injuries or repetitive motion disorders, these repetitive movements at work can lead to injuries. They can be some of the most expensive and debilitating work-related injuries. Workers are more likely to be injured due to repetitive tasks over a long period than they are a sudden trauma.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

CAUSES OF RMI RMI is related to the overuse of muscles and tendons in the upper body. Certain things increase the risk of RMI.

• repetitive activities.
• doing a high-intensity activity for a long time […]

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