Life with Vibration White Finger

Vibration White Finger (VWF), often related to Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), is a debilitating condition commonly associated with occupations which are reliant on the use of vibrating machinery.

It is caused by cumulative damage to the tiny blood vessels and nerves in the hands and fingers.

Someone suffering from Vibration White Finger will experience nerve symptoms such as numbness, tingling and reduced motor control in the hands and fingers. Other symptoms of Vibration White Finger include pain, aches and discomfort in the muscles and joints of the fingers, hands and arms.

The kinds of tools which might cause Vibration White Finger include pneumatic drills, power drills, factory machinery and chainsaws.

For anyone who is diagnosed with this condition, and finds him or herself needing to claim work injury compensation, the question of successfully managing VWF in a way that reduces its severity and symptoms becomes a pressing one.

Coping with Vibration White Finger
The following advice is useful to anyone who is suffering from Vibration White Finger.

For anyone suffering from Vibration White Finger who is taking either prescription or over-the-counter medication, it is worth checking whether the medication could have an adverse effect on their VWF symptoms.

Some medications, such as the contraceptive pill, decongestants, beta-blockers and anti-headache medicines are linked with increasing the severity of Vibration White Finger, so it is certainly something worth investigating with your GP.

If you are a smoker and have been diagnosed with Vibration White Finger it is strongly advisable that you immediately give up the habit. This is because certain chemicals in cigarettes cause the body's tiny blood vessels to shrink, which has the effect of heightening symptoms associated with VWF.

Doctors also advise that cutting caffeine from your diet will help you reduce the severity of Vibration White Finger.

And for anyone unwise enough to take illegal drugs such as cocaine or amphetamines, ceasing to take these stimulants will help manage the impact of VWF.

It is also vitally important that anyone who suffers from Vibration White Finger does all they can to keep warm. Wearing hats and gloves is always a good idea.

Also, being vigilant about doing all you can to prevent touching such cold objects as ice, freezers, chilled water and refrigerators is commonly recommended.

Speaking to your doctor about medications such as nifedipine, which can lessen the severity of Vibration White Finger by dilating the blood vessels, can reap dividends.

Finally, one more obvious step is to cease using any kind of vibrating machinery altogether.

Making a no win, no fee claim for Vibration White Finger compensation
If you have developed Vibration White Finger through the course of your employment, chances are that you will be able to claim work injury compensation.

Here at YouClaim, our panel of personal injury solicitors have a fine track record of successfully helping VWF sufferers successfully make compensation claims.

This is because our panel of no win, no fee solicitors are some of the best in the business, something which is reflected in the fact they are all governed by the high standards of the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

One great advantage of making a no win, no fee claim with us is that you will never at any stage, win or lose, have to pay us or anyone else a single penny in costs or fees. Nor do we ever take a cut from any of clients, meaning you get to keep 100% of any compensation awarded you. This is our guarantee and your peace of mind.

So why not get in touch with us today?

You can discuss your claim with one of our legal advisors on e-chat, fill out an online claim form, request we call you back at a convenient time or, alternatively, call us now on 0800 10 757 95 to get your Vibration White Finger compensation claim underway today.