Diffuse RSI
The condition of Diffuse RSI is often a controversial area as suffers of the condition have complaints of pain but when a physical examination is carried out there is often no sign that anything is wrong. Diffuse RSI is known as non-specific RSI and in the absence of pathology evidence; psychogenic or ‘all-in-the-mind’ theories have been associated with Diffuse RSI.
In recent years Diffuse RSI has become a common condition among computer users and one of the most common factors associated with it is the overuse of a keyboard/mouse. Although there are no visible signs of Diffuse RSI a sufferer is said to experience pain, which is present in the wrist and forearm and may appear to spread to the upper arm and shoulder. Also neck and upper back stiffness may also be present. In some cases patients even go on to describe temperature and colour changes in their hands.
Diffuse RSI conditions are so controversial as there is no physical evidence that you are suffering so employers will be reluctant to grant you time off and if you are hoping to put in a claim for compensation you may face difficulties. There are however certain factors that can be looked at to help your case if you are hoping to claim for compensation after suffering from Diffuse RSI. These factors are as follows:
• How quickly the condition developed • The age of the individual who is suffering • The system of work, including how fast the individual worked • If there were warning signs of the condition • If there was a target system in place at the workplace • If anyone else suffered from Diffuse RSI in the workplace
If you are or you have suffered from Diffuse RSI in the past three years and you have been left out of work or faced lifestyle changes because of it then contact Accident Consult today on 08081 68 69 70 and speak to one of our advisors about where you stand legally with making a successful claim for compensation.
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