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Repetitive strain injury (RSI) can be a result of working, and symptoms may only initially occur when a worker is carrying out a particular repetitive action. However, if the condition is left untreated, the symptoms are likely to worsen and cause an employee to suffer long periods of pain.
The first stage of physical symptoms may last several weeks and employees may find that the problem considerably improves or subsides when he or she has finished work and is resting.
If these symptoms are ignored, the sufferer is likely to experience more pain and may see swelling occur in the area which can last for several weeks. At this stage, the symptoms of RSI may have become irreversible.
An employee should seek medical attention for RSI as soon as they observe the relevant indication &ndash the sooner a sufferer seeks help, the more likely they are to reduce the risk of long-term problems and increase the chances of a full recovery.
Those suffering from RSI may experience symptoms such as stiffness, throbbing, pains or tenderness in their muscle joints, weakness, cramp and tingling or numbness.
When a person is suffering for RSI , they may be suffering from one of two different types of the condition.
RSI is classed as type one when a doctor is able to diagnose the condition from the symptoms described or observed. Type one can include carpal tunnel syndrome, and is frequently characterised by inflammation and swelling of the tendons or muscles.
RSI is classed as type two when a doctor cannot diagnose a medical condition from the patient's symptoms. Type two is also known as non-specific pain syndrome and is usually difficult to diagnose due to the sufferer having no obvious manifestation other than feeling pain.
Workers who are diagnosed with RSI are well advised to stop carrying out the activity which caused the symptoms and this may mean that an employee has to inform their manager of the condition so a different task or job can be assigned.
Making a compensation claim for repetitive strain injury
If you are considering making a compensation claim for your RSI or carpal tunnel syndrome, the personal injury solicitors at YouClaim are here to help you.
We have a wealth of experience in representing claimants of repetitive strain injury, and if we believe you have a case, we will endeavour to secure you the maximum compensation possible.
To find out more about making a claim for repetitive strain injury, call us now on 0800 10 757 95 or request a call back for a time more convenient to you.
