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Upper extremity overuse and RTW

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Friyana Bhabha

Two-thirds of workers with upper extremity overuse experience a recurrence of pain after RTW. How can employers reduce the risk?

Overuse disorders of the upper extremity make up an increasing proportion of workers compensation claims. The disorders involve the muscles, tendons or nerves of the shoulder, arm, wrist or elbow. Return to work after the initial injury does not necessarily mean complete recovery. In fact, two thirds of injured workers experience recurrent pain and disability. Accommodating these workers by supporting workplace modifications plays an important ...

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