Cumulative Trauma Disorders (definition)

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Definition: Harmful and painful condition caused by overuse or overexertion of some part of the musculoskeletal system, often resulting from work-related physical activities. It is characterized by inflammation, pain, or dysfunction of the involved joints, bones, ligaments, and nerves.

painful conditions from overuse or overexertion of any activity; DF: CUMULATIVE TRAUMA DIS
Examples Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; Iliotibial Band Syndrome; Ulnar Nerve Compression Syndromes

Other names Trauma Disorders, Cumulative; Repetition Strain Injury; Overuse Syndrome; Trauma Disorder, Cumulative; Strain Injury, Repetitive; Strain Injuries, Repetitive; Strain Injuries, Repetition; Repetitive Strain Injuries; Repetitive Motion Disorder; Repetition Strain Injuries; Overuse Syndromes; Overuse Injuries; Motion Disorders, Repetitive; Motion Disorder, Repetitive; Injury, Repetitive Strain; Injury, Overuse; Injuries, Repetitive Strain; Injuries, Repetition Strain; Disorders, Repetitive Motion; Disorders, Cumulative Trauma

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