Cumulative trauma disorders are also called repetitive motion disorders (RMDs), overuse syndromes, regional musculoskeletal disorders, repetitive motion injuries, or repetitive strain injuries. Others say they feel a sensation of swelling in the sore limb. Some patients with arm symptoms sense a loss of strength and may drop items because of problems with coordination. Symptoms often worsen with activity and ease with rest. Usually the best treatment for cumulative trauma disorders is rest from the activities that caused the problem or a change in work practices. Medical treatments will vary for each type of repetitive motion disorder such as Wrist splint to keep the wrist from bending, Anti-inflammatory medications, Steroid injections Physical and/or occupational therapy and surgery.
Causes of Trauma Disorder
Common Causes and Risk factors of Trauma Disorder
Overuse.
Muscle tension.
Nerve tension.
Psychosocial factors.
Mind-body interaction.
Contributing factors.
Signs and Symptoms of Trauma Disorder
Common Sign and Symptoms of Trauma Disorder
Muscle tightness.
Fatigue.
Tingling.
Vague pain.
Sensation of swelling in the sore limb.
Aching.
Redness.
Weakness.
Treatment of Trauma Disorder
Common Treatment of Trauma Disorder
Wrist splint to keep the wrist from bending.
Anti-inflammatory medications.
Steroid injections.
Surgery in advanced cases.
Physical and/or occupational therapy.
Cold and hot baths.
Many nonsurgical treatment approaches are used by physicians, reduce the symptoms of CTD-related conditions.
Use healthy work postures and body alignment. Posture can have a significant role in CTD.
The way people do their tasks can put them at risk for CTD. Some risk factors include
force
awkward or static postures
poor tool and equipment design
fatigue
repetition
temperature
vibration
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