Cumulative trauma disorders.
Cumulative trauma disorders have increased five-fold since 1979 and now account for up to 47% of workplace injuries. Nerve entrapment, tendonitis, and other soft tissue injuries are the most common diagnostic groups. Both occupational and non-occupational factors contribute to the etiology of these disorders. Epidemiology, differential diagnosis, and interventions for treatment are reviewed.
Schwartz
R G
RG
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston.
D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy