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What is repetitive strain injury?
Repetitive Strain Injury is an injury caused by overuse or repetitive use of soft tissues in the body over a period of time. RSI (repetitive strain injury) can be caused by repeated use of the same movements that often occurs while at work. In the workplace, RSI can occur from repetitive movements in the arms, elbows, wrist, fingers, shoulders, back or neck while doing normal work duties for prolonged periods.
Why are workers at risk of repetitive strain injury?
Over the last few decades, there has been an increase in workers compensation claims for RSI. This could be attributed to the increased use of technology in the workplace and the repetitive motion necessary to operate this technology.
What are the different types of RSI?
There are a few different types of repetitive stress injuries that can occur at work; including but not limited to:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tendonitits
- Golfers elbow
- Tennis elbow
Can I make a workers compensation claim for my Repetitive stress injury?
If you have sustained an injury at work or while doing any work related activity, you are entitled to make a workers compensation claim. If a RSI injury occurs at work due to inadequate processes, procedures or work equipment, you usually have a greater chance of a successful workers compensation claim.
What should I do if I have sustained a repetitive strain injury at work?
- See a doctor about your RSI.
- Contact a Compensation Lawyers as soon as possible.
- If you are uncertain as to whether you are entitled to make a claim for compensation, you can contact us at Cairns Compensation Lawyers. We offer an obligation free claim assessment, either face to face or over the phone.
- Don’t hesitate, there are time limits to make a workers compensation claim. IN QLD, you have 3 years from the date of injury to make a workers compensation claim.
Contact us at Cairns Compensation Lawyers today ph 40520750.