When you perform the same kind of action over and over again, it’s possible to develop a repetitive stress injury. These types of injuries are easy to develop in certain types of workplaces, but if you want workers’ compensation you may run into some resistance. A San Angelo, Texas work injury lawyer from our firm can help you fight for any benefits you are entitled to.
What Kinds of Work Can Result in a Repetitive Stress Injury?
Many different types of jobs can lead to the development of a repetitive stress injury. Some actions that can cause injuries include:
- Typing on a computer
- Using power tools
- Working on an assembly line
- Hairdressing
- Decorating
Essentially, if you have to perform a lot of similar tasks day in and day out, it’s not a surprise if you end up with this kind of injury.
What Are Symptoms of a Repetitive Stress Injury?
These injuries can be painful, but that’s not the only sensation most sufferers have to deal with. These types of injuries can also make the affected body part stiff, weak, or numb. You may notice a pins-and-needles feeling or swelling. Some of these injuries are also sensitive to cold or heat.
In short, a repetitive stress injury is no fun to live with. You’ll want to find a treatment that works, especially because some of these issues can lead to other health problems.
Can a Repetitive Stress Injury Lead to Health Complications?
If left unchecked, a repetitive stress injury can lead to more serious problems. Depending on which body parts an injury affects, you could develop issues like herniated discs, bursitis, or nerve compression syndromes. Cysts can grow and stress fractures can form. It’s important to figure out what is causing your injury and find an effective treatment method before you end up with worse health problems to deal with.
What If I Got My Injury On the Job?
Getting an injury like this taken care of isn’t easy though. It can take a while to diagnose exactly what is wrong, even after X-rays, MRIs, and other diagnostic tools have been used. Then it can take even longer to figure out which treatment is best. Some of these injuries respond well to physical therapy. Others require surgery.
This can lead to a growing pile of medical bills. If your repetitive stress injury developed at work, you may be thinking that it’s time to apply for workers’ comp. You can tell your employer about the injury and have them report it to their insurer, but you might get rejected.
An insurer could try to claim that you did not develop this injury at work. You may need a lawyer to help you appeal. If you are owed benefits, we can help you fight for them.
Schedule Your Free Case Consultation
If you are struggling to navigate the workers’ compensation system, contact the Mathis Law Firm. We can schedule a consultation and tell you more about how you can address your injury and seek out benefits.
