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  • Occupational Health
  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedics

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  • Repetitive tool use can lead to hand injuries in electricians.
  • Ganglionic cysts are common soft tissue masses that can affect hand function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case study of an electrician with bilateral hand cysts.
  • To discuss recommended accommodations for hand injuries in the workplace.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of an electrician with two hand cysts.
  • Review of recommendations from The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) and insurance providers.

Main Results:

  • The electrician developed a ganglionic cyst in the right palm and another in the right thumb.
  • Accommodation strategies were provided by JAN and the insurance company.

Conclusions:

  • Early intervention and appropriate workplace accommodations are crucial for managing hand injuries in electricians.
  • Job Accommodation Network (JAN) resources can aid in return-to-work processes.