Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) is a common workplace health concern that place economic burdens on individuals, employers and society in lost productivity, workers’ compensation and healthcare costs. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), RSI is the nations most common and costly occupational health problem, affecting hundreds of thousands of American workers and costing over $20 billion yearly in workers’ compensation.
In this month’s article, Glen Pugh, NP, covers the causes of RSI and provides tips for prevention.