Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm to the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. This can result in pain, weakness or numbness in the hand or wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by using your hands to perform repetitive job tasks. If you are having pain, weakness and/or numbness in your hand or fingers, you should see a doctor. It is important to give your doctor a description of your job duties so that he can determine whether work activities caused you to develop carpal tunnel syndrome or aggravated the condition. If a doctor diagnoses you with carpal tunnel syndrome and indicates that the condition was caused or aggravated by work activities, you may have a workers' compensation claim.
Back Injuries
Back injuries may be caused by a specific accident or due to performing repetitive job tasks over a period of time. Whether the injury occurred as a result of a specific trauma at work, or developed over a period of time from repetitive job duties, you may have a workers' compensation claim against your employer. Back injuries can range from a sprain or strain that requires limited medical treatment to a herniated disc that requires surgical repair. You should seek immediate medical treatment for an injury to your back.
Neck Injuries
Neck injuries may be caused by a specific trauma or repetitive job activities. You may have a workers' compensation claim if the injury occurred as the result of a specific accident at work or developed over time due to repetitive job duties. Neck injuries, like back injuries, can involve a sprain or strain and require limited medical treatment, or involve a herniated disc that may require surgery. You should seek immediate treatment for any injury to your neck.
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries can be caused by repetitive job duties or be the result of a specific trauma. Either type of injury may be covered by workers' compensation laws. Injuries to the shoulder may involve a strain which requires short-term physical therapy or a severe injury that requires surgery. Injuries to the shoulder include, but are not limited to, a torn rotator cuff, a SLAP tear, and impingement syndrome. You should seek immediate medical treatment for any injury to your shoulder.
Any work injury can involve complex issues. If you have any questions at all regarding your work injury you should consult with an attorney.
