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Typically, sufferers of repetitive strain injury will experience symptoms of pain, tightness, aching, a throbbing sensation, numbness or tingling in the hand, wrist or arm. However for those seeking compensation for RSI this is not always the case.
There are two types of RSI, defined as type 1 and 2. Type 1 is relatively easily diagnosed and presents the symptoms listed above, but individuals with type 2 do not suffer from symptoms in any specific area.
Furthermore, sufferers of type 2 will often not show any measurable signs of symptoms. Type 2 RSI is often called diffuse RSI or non-specific pain syndrome.
Diffuse RSI sufferers have a generalised pain over most or the whole of their bodies and since many victims do not show any outward signs of personal injury, such as swelling, diagnosis can be very difficult and giving proof of injury for a work-related compensation claim may be harder.
Some studies into non-specific pain syndrome have stated that people who suffer this more generalised RSI may potentially have pre-existing nerve damage, or a lack of mobility of the median nerve which is found in both arms.
The treatment received by patients who have sustained any form of RSI will vary depending on the exact diagnosis from the medical professional involved.
Commonly, treatment will include stopping or greatly reducing the activity which is believed to be causing the personal injury.
Often this will mean that the treatment will need to be discussed with the individual's employer, since the sufferer will not be able to undertake their usual tasks.
The doctor or GP may also prescribe some anti-inflammatory painkillers to ease the swelling and pain that the individual is experiencing, while they recover.
In some more serious cases, courses of physiotherapy, yoga or steroid injections might be used to help strengthen and relax the affected muscles.
Get compensation for RSI with a solicitor
If you believe that you are suffering from type 1 or type 2 RSI, the first step is to be diagnosed by a medical professional.
If you do have a repetitive strain injury you could be eligible to claim compensation from your employer for your pain.
Contact us on 0800 10 757 95 or fill in our short online claim form to bring your case to our attention and see if you can receive compensation for RSI with an expert solicitor's help.
