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Hand-arm vibration syndrome
1Department of Occupational & Environmental Health, St Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario.
The Journal of Family Practice
|February 1, 1994
Summary
Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) affects workers exposed to vibration, causing Raynaud
Area of Science:
- Occupational Medicine
- Neurology
- Vibration Toxicology
Background:
- Workers performing tasks involving vibration are susceptible to hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS).
- Key symptoms include Raynaud's phenomenon and sensory impairment of the fingers.
- Diagnosis requires a history of hand-arm vibration exposure and clinical evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the diagnostic process for hand-arm vibration syndrome.
- To detail the grading of severity using the Stockholm classification.
- To recommend management strategies and differentiate HAVS from carpal tunnel syndrome.
Main Methods:
- Clinical assessment of patients with suspected hand-arm vibration syndrome.
- Utilizing the Stockholm classification for severity grading.
- Distinguishing HAVS from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) based on symptomatology and treatment.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis is confirmed through clinical tests and severity grading.
- Monitoring for progression or recovery is facilitated by assessment.
- Avoidance of vibration and calcium channel blockers are recommended treatments.
Conclusions:
- Early recognition of hand-arm vibration syndrome is crucial for affected workers.
- Proper diagnosis and grading are essential for effective management.
- Differentiating HAVS from carpal tunnel syndrome ensures appropriate treatment, avoiding contraindicated surgeries for HAVS.