According to significant health studies the majority of injuries and disabilities incurred on the job are ergonomic. Ergonomics is the study of a person’s efficiency within their working environment – and ergonomic injuries can be caused by:
• Lifting, Pushing, or Pulling
• Exposure To Heat or Cold
• Awkward or Sustained Postures
• Performing the Same Motions Repeatedly
• Reaching Overhead Consistently
Over time ergonomic injuries can affect the muscles, nerves, ligaments, joints, tendons and spinal discs which naturally causes:
• Muscle Strains
• Lower Back Injuries
• Tendinitis
• Shoulder and rotator cuff injuries
Ergonomic injury warning signs:
• Swelling, Inflammation, or Stiffness in Joints
• Discomfort or Pain in the Neck, Lower or Upper Back
• Loss of Range of Motion
• Discomfort in Fingers, Wrists or Other Body Parts
• Finger Tingling or Numbness
If you are experiencing these type of symptoms of discomfort or pain please allow MedPartners, Inc. to help. The sooner we are aware of your injury, the sooner we can play a pivotal role on your road to recovery.
