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Nonspecific work-related upper extremity disorders

D G Downs1

  • 1MedClinic of Sacramento, California, USA.

American Family Physician
|March 1, 1997
PubMed
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Work-related repetitive motion disorders are rising, influenced by psychosocial and ergonomic factors. A traditional medical approach effectively manages nonspecific cases, maintaining productivity and reducing impact.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Work-related repetitive motion disorders have seen a significant increase over the last two decades.
  • Psychosocial factors are major contributors, alongside ergonomic issues and other medical conditions.
  • Nonspecific diagnoses represent the most common category within work-related upper extremity disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the contributing factors to the rising incidence of work-related repetitive motion disorders.
  • To describe the characteristics of regional myofascial pain syndromes associated with these disorders.
  • To outline an effective traditional medical approach for managing nonspecific repetitive motion disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on work-related repetitive motion disorders.

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  • Analysis of clinical presentation and physical findings in patients.
  • Evaluation of traditional medical management strategies including risk reduction, symptomatic treatment, and rehabilitation.

    • Main Results:

    • Nonspecific diagnoses are the most frequent in work-related upper extremity disorders.
    • Regional myofascial pain syndromes often present characteristically, typically without measurable tissue damage or inflammation.
    • A traditional medical approach is generally effective for managing these conditions.

    Conclusions:

    • Psychosocial and ergonomic factors significantly influence the incidence of repetitive motion disorders.
    • Nonspecific repetitive motion disorders, often presenting as myofascial pain, are common and usually lack objective tissue damage.
    • A comprehensive traditional medical approach can effectively maintain patient productivity and minimize personal and economic consequences.