Question 1

how is a treat repetitive strain injury treated?

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Rest: If it's a repetitive strain, rest is the key.

Question 2

what's the best way to treat a repetitive strain injury?

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Strain : Strengthening the affected muscle/tendon to be able to accept the mechanical loads that continue  to cause injury. Strains are an acute overload or repetitive overload event. Preparing the muscle or tendon to accept the load will prevent ongoing or recurrent problems.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: repetitive strain injury?

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Overuse injury: Usually occurs when an activity that involves a repetitive motion such as running incurs more force than then the area is meant to withstand.  For example, tennis elbow known as lateral epicondylitis occurs when the wrist and forearm are repetitively extended past the point of fatigue for the wrist extensor muscles.  It creates pain due to inflammation but after 6 mos pain is due to degeneration.

Question 4

can someone tell me how long will it take me to heal a repetitive strain injury?

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Depends: Soft tissue injuries are all individual.  The amount of time needed depends upon the type of injury, age and condition of the individual.

Question 5

how can i get rid of repetitive strain injury?

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Repetitive strain: You won't like my answer, but to do that, you need to stop doing the repetitive causing action. Rest is the key. Try alternative activities.

Question 6

i've got a repetitive strain injury in my wrist, what is the best option?

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Ice.: Ice your wrist. You may benefit from a wrist splint, for immobilization. You should see an orthopedic hand/wrist specialist, for evaluation.

Question 7

what can i do for writers cramp / repetitive strain injury?

Accepted Answer

See below: Riice - rest, ice from the activity, ibuprofen, compression with protective gear like ace wraps or temp splints, and elevation is alway a good idea for inflammatory processes and injuries.  If severe, seek medical care.

Question 8

what would doctors recommend to help with repetitive strain injury?

Accepted Answer

Short answer: 1) stop or significantly reduce/change the activity responsible.
2) surgery.
Realize that surgery may cure it but if you continue the activity, the injury may recur.  Everything else is a bandaid and may treat the injury but not "get rid of it.".

Question 9

are carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injury the same?

Accepted Answer

No!: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a constellation of symptoms (pain, numbness, weakness) associated with compression of the median nerve at the level of the wrist. Repetitive strain injury is an inclusive diagnosis to describe injury to musculoskeletal tissues due to repeated motions over extended periods of time (e.g., assembly line work or excessive gaming). Rsi can lead to cts, but most cts is not rsi.

Question 10

what are signs of rsi (repetitive strain injury) or carpal tunnel syndrome?

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Variable: Variable but usually includes swelling and pain. numbness occurs in the thumb, long ,index and half the ring finger if it includes carpal tunnel syndrome. Often see strength and endurance loss. Pain or numbness awaking the patient at night is often seen. Repetitive use and vibratory tool use will worsen symptoms.

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