Repetitive stress injuries are caused when one particular part of the body or a specific group of muscles is placed under excessive stress and strain.  When a worker uses this part of the body over and over again, he’s likely to suffer symptoms that range from swelling and inflammation, to chronic pain and stiffness.

One of the common repetitive stress injuries that I come across as a Cloverleaf work injury lawyer is carpal tunnel syndrome, which results from the repetitive use of the wrist muscles.  These can be some of the most debilitating hand injuries.

Workers who use hand tools, like woodworkers and carpenters may be at an especially high risk of carpal tunnel syndrome.  Persons who are involved in assembly line work are at particular risk.  Additionally, persons working in the meat and poultry industries, and fish packing industries, may have a higher chance of developing carpal tunnel syndrome.

Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include chronic burning or itching in the hand and fingers.  A person may suffer swelling in the fingers, especially in the index and middle fingers.  Numbness can set in when the person is sleeping at night, and the person may wake up with stiffness in his wrist and hand.  There may be tingling even during the daytime.  Over a period of time, grip strength can reduce, and the worker may find it difficult to hold an object, and perform manual activities.

If you have suffered repetitive stress injuries in the workplace, consult with an experienced Cloverleaf work injury lawyer at our farm.

Vuk Vujasinovic is a Board Certified Houston personal injury attorney who practices Houston auto accident and other personal injury cases.

For more info on how Vuk can help you with your potential case please call him at (877) 724-7800 or fill out the contact form on the right.

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