If you a job that is repetitive and requires you to perform the same task over and over for hours a day, then you may have a claim for Repetitive Strain Injury Compensation. Find out more and begin a claim online.
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If you suffer from a repetitive strain injury, as well as talking to your doctor, you must communicate the issue with your employer. They have a responsibility to provide you with safe working conditions and so it will be in their interest to make changes or adaptations to avoid any further damage being caused, If they fail to do so, and you are subsequently unable to carry on in the employment, you might be eligible to compensation for constructive or unfair dismissal.
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) and other associated trauma orders are umbrella terms to cover several conditions that can be put down to repetitive tasks, vibrations, compression, forceful exertions and spending time in awkward positions. There are several names for conditions attributed to these causes, these include:
Repetitive strain injuries are usually diagnosed using a variety of clinical measures including tests of grip and strength, as well as more complicated methods such as nerve conduction velocity tests. In some cases doctors are unable to pinpoint a specific illness, and when this happens it is called non-specific upper limb pain.
RSI are normally suffered by workers whose job involves either staying in certain positions for long periods of time; such as office workers. Workers performing very repetitive tasks; such as working on a production line, or using certain types of machinery; for example pneumatic drills.
Whether or not the diagnosis is that of a recognisable or non-specific condition, repetitive strain injuries can be painful and debilitating. In some cases the pain will desist so long as certain tasks aren’t carried out and certain movements avoided, but in many cases the pain becomes constant. If this is the case you should see your doctor immediately. They may be able to help by using physio-therapy, ultrasound therapy, analgesics and even relaxation, among a host of other options.
If you find yourself in the position of having developed an RSI, whether or not you are able to continue working, you might be entitled to claim compensation. The easiest way is to get in touch with one of our highly experienced solicitors. They’ve been dealing with many cases like these for years and will be able to guide you through the process and swiftly let you know if you are able to claim, and how much you might be entitled to receive. Contact us today and get the compensation that you deserve.
If you want to find out if you can make a claim for compensation for your repetitive strain injury, then complete the form below. We will be able to get in touch and assess your claim.