Most people do not realize that consistent, repetitive motion can lead to damage to muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. However, one very common repetitive motion that most have heard of is carpal tunnel syndrome. Those who suffer from this type of repetitive stress injury experience pain, numbness, and clumsiness in the affected wrist and hand, which can cause a loss of motion, flexibility, and strength.
Though carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common, it is not the only type of repetitive motion injury. If you or a loved one has had a work-related accident, you should seek advice from a legal team that understands these injuries. Our Missouri City repetitive motion injury lawyer will be happy to look over your claim.
What Exactly Is a Repetitive Motion Injury?
There are a variety of injuries that are classified as repetitive stress injuries. The common cause of them can be linked to:
- Playing sports
- Using tools
- Typing or repetitive mouse clicks
- Sitting with poor posture
- A failure to take time to rest and recover
Due to the variety of muscles that can be affected, there are several types of repetitive stress injuries. They include carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as:
- Trigger finger
- Runner’s knee
- Plantar fasciitis
- Golfer’s elbow
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff tendinitis
- Tennis elbow
- Tendonitis
- De Quervain Syndrome
- Stress fractures
If the pain felt is not in a specific area, it may still be a repetitive strain injury if there is pain or throbbing in a muscle or joint. This is often seen in people who have used vibrating equipment over a long period of time.
How Are Repetitive Motion Injuries Treated?
Treatment for repetitive motion injuries often depends on the type of injury, but most often it is recommended that treatment begins with rest, ice, compression, and elevation of the affected part of the body. This may begin with adjustments to workstations or teaching the injured person how to move in a way that will reduce stress on the affected area of the body.
If the injury and pain are not alleviated by these changes or through rest, a doctor may recommend:
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs both topical and oral
- Steroid injections
- Physical therapy
- Splinting
- Surgery to repair the damage
The good news is, for most, repetitive motion injuries can heal with adequate rest and by making changes to the routine that caused the injury. However, the process of healing could mean missed work and a lot of pain and suffering. This is where having a legal team to support team can help.
How Can a Lawyer Help Your Repetitive Stress Claim?
Repetitive motion injuries can stem from a variety of activities, which causes some people to question whether a legal team can help. If the repetitive stress or motion injury is because of an action that occurred because of someone or something else, then a personal injury claim may be applicable. It is a process that needs to be started as soon as possible. In Texas and according to Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code, § 16.003 states that there is a two-year time limit for seeking compensation in personal injury claims.
When a victim of a personal injury contacts our office, we promise to give unbiased opinions based on the facts presented to us by the victim. From there, we work on:
- Establishing a claim by gathering evidence including medical records and expert opinions
- Helping victims understand the compensation that may be available to them
- Taking the burden off the victim by handling the claims processes or dealing with insurance companies
Above all, we will work to ensure victims can get compensation if it is owed, whether to make up for lost income or pain and suffering.
Contact Our Missouri City Repetitive Motion Injury Attorney
Time is of the essence when dealing with repetitive motion injuries. Our team understands the necessity of getting proper medical care and having help while you focus on recovery, and we urge you to avoid waiting until it is too late to file a claim.
Contact Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP to learn what our Missouri City repetitive motion injury lawyer can do to help you through this painful time. We are here to help whenever you need us.
