Any workplace accident can seriously interfere with your life. While some injuries occur in a moment’s notice, others develop over time. These repetitive-use injuries, commonly referred to as WEAR and TEAR injuries, are often incredibly frustrating for workers who want to return to work but can’t get rid of the nagging symptoms of the injury. Rotator cuff pain and rotator cuff tendonitis are common injuries among workers whose jobs...
Read MoreTrigger finger occurs when swelling and irritation in the tendon sheath hinder the tendon’s movement. The cause of this irritation is often unknown. Most often, trigger finger affects the thumb or ring finger; however, it can affect any finger. Some may even experience trigger finger injury in both hands. Eventually, the tendon becomes too large to fit in the tendon sheath, preventing it from moving properly. However, identifying the...
Read MoreMedical experts estimate that, by age 35, 30% of people will show some sign of disc degeneration. And by age 60, this figure increases to over 90%. Degenerative disc disease is characterized by chronic, sharp pain or numbness in the back or neck. If you are experiencing pain due to the breakdown of your spinal discs, you may have degenerative disc disease. Degenerative disc disease is a type of...
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