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Cumulative trauma disorders.

R G Schwartz1

  • 1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston.

Orthopedics
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
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Cumulative trauma disorders, including nerve entrapment and tendonitis, have surged five-fold since 1979, now causing nearly half of all workplace injuries. This review covers their causes, diagnosis, and treatment interventions.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational health and safety
  • Musculoskeletal disorder epidemiology

Background:

  • Cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) have increased significantly since 1979.
  • CTDs now represent up to 47% of all reported workplace injuries.
  • Nerve entrapment and tendonitis are the most prevalent diagnostic categories within CTDs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology of cumulative trauma disorders.
  • To discuss the differential diagnosis of soft tissue injuries.
  • To outline current interventions for treating CTDs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of epidemiological data on CTDs.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria for nerve entrapment and tendonitis.
  • Synthesis of treatment strategies for occupational soft tissue injuries.

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Main Results:

  • CTDs show a five-fold increase in incidence since 1979.
  • Soft tissue injuries, particularly nerve entrapment and tendonitis, are leading causes of workplace injury.
  • Both occupational and non-occupational factors are implicated in the development of CTDs.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the multifactorial etiology of CTDs is crucial.
  • Accurate differential diagnosis is essential for effective treatment.
  • A review of interventions highlights the need for comprehensive management strategies.