What are repetitive motion disorders?

Hawkins Law Firm • Sep 05, 2014

Repetitive motion disorders refers to a wide range of conditions affecting the muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves that result from motions that are repeated time and time again during work or other activities. Most commonly affecting the shoulders, elbows, wrists and feet, the injuries or disorders can cause pain, swelling, redness, numbness, tingling and a loss of strength or feeling.

Many who suffer from RMD have a job that requires a repetitive motion, such as on an assembly line, computer work, meatpacking or sewing. Examples of RMDs include:

— Tendonitis

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