RSI REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY COMPENSATION CLAIM

RSI Repetitive strain injury affects thousands of people every year in a wide range of employment and the consequences can have devastating effects on both work and family life. Our team of solicitors are all members of The Law Society panel of personal injury experts and specialise in claims for industrial illness. If you suffer from an injury which is as a result of your employer failing to take adequate care of your health and safety to protect you from this injury then we can help you to get the compensation you deserve.

Specialist solicitors will initially assess your claim at no cost to you and will then deal with your claim using the no win no fee scheme. Your compensation will be paid in full with absolutely no deductions. You will not have to fund or finance your claim in any respect and you will not have to pay for any expenses, medical reports or insurance policy. You will be kept fully informed in writing about the progress of your claim and our solicitor will always be available to discuss your compensation claim on the telephone.

Repetitive strain injury occurs as a result of repeated physical movements doing damage to tendons, nerves, muscles, and other soft body tissues. Work is repetitive when it requires the same muscle groups to be used over and over again during the working day and use of frequent movements for prolonged periods. Rapid or prolonged repetition may not allow sufficient time for recovery and can cause muscle fatigue due to depletion of energy and a build up of metabolic waste materials. The damage caused can be serious and in advanced cases can cause great pain and permanent disability. Many occupations can give rise to the characteristics of this injury as a result of the typical tasks performed each day.

The rise of computer use and flat, light-touch keyboards that permit high speed typing has resulted in an epidemic of injury to the hands, arms and shoulders. Employers of keyboard workers must comply with the provisions of the Health & Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992. In addition, all employers are required to undertake risk assessments of their employees under the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1992. This includes looking at the amount and type of work, and adequate breaks. Proper training must be provided by employers of keyboard operators, including guidance on posture and position at the work station.

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Tendonitis,
• Bursitis
• Tenosynovitis
• DeQuervain's Syndrome
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome,
• Trigger Finger/Thumb
• Myofascial Pain Syndrome,
• Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy.

• Tightness, stiffness, soreness or burning in the hands, wrists, fingers, forearms, or elbows
• Tingling, coldness, or numbness in the hands
• Loss of strength and coordination in the hands
• Pain and discomfort
• Feeling a need to massage your hands, wrists, and arms