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Work Related Repetitive Motion Injuries
Introduction
Many occupations involve repetitive movements, which put workers at risk of repetitive motion injuries. Repetitive motion injuries account for many work-related injuries. Tasks that require repetitive movements include typing at a computer, scanning groceries, hammering nails, working on an assembly line, and using a jackhammer. Because many jobs involve repetitive motion, work-related repetitive motion injuries are common. Work-related repetitive motion injuries are treated as needed with pain relievers and physical therapy. Most work-related repetitive motion injuries resolve with rest over a period of weeks, but sometimes injections of a corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid or surgery is needed. Other treatments may be used: Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections for tendinitis, drainage with or without corticosteroid injections for bursitis, and a splint or brace for a compressed nerve. Repetitive motion injuries include tendinitis, bursitis, and compression of a nerve. Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis None Bursitis None Elbow: Resting the elbow on hard surface Shoulder: Working with the arms overhead Hip joint: Sitting on a hard surface for a long time Knee: Kneeling Mononeuropathy None 