This document discusses repetitive strain injury (RSI), including causes, symptoms, stages, treatment, and prevention. Common types of RSI discussed are carpal tunnel syndrome, back problems, thoracic outlet syndrome, and tendinitis. Proper ergonomics, posture training, work habits, and exercises are recommended for prevention and treatment of RSI.

1. Dr. Venkata Ramana Rao B.P.T., P.G Dip.(Acu), C.I.E (Sweden) R S I Specialist (Myotherapist & Ergonomist) Stop pain, before I T stops you K E E P S E M P L O Y E E S H E A L T H Y & P R O D U C T I V E Health Care R S I

2. Why This Subject ?

11. Repetition of job tasks Too much Stress Muscles Tendons Nerves Other soft Tissues O n Causes Leads to R S I

12. T y p e s & C a u s e s of R S I

13. C a r p a l T u n n e l S y n d r o m e

14. C a u s e s.. Wrist Posture

15. Contact Stress

16. B a c k P r o b l e m s

18. T h o r a c i c O u t l e t S y n d r o m e

20. T e n d i n i t i s & T e n o s y n o v i t i s

21. C a u s e s.. Extended Arm

22. Poor Alignment

25. C a u s e s.. Neck Posture

28. S t a g e s of R S I

33. T r e a t m e n t

38. Workstation

39. Workstation

42. S t r e t c h e s

43. Strengthening Exercises

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