Is repetition the main cause of RSI?

The cause of RSI lies in repetitive microscopic trauma that occurs due to strain on the muscles and joints. This repeated trauma at the microscopic level leads to tendonitis or inflammation of the tendons, tenosynovitis or inflammation of the tendons and synovial sleeve or sheath covering the muscles and tendons.

What is Repetitive Strain Injury RSI?

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a general term used to describe the pain felt in muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse. It’s also known as work-related upper limb disorder, or non-specific upper limb pain.

What is the most common type of repetitive strain injury?

Q: What types of repetitive strain injuries are most common? A: Tendonitis, an inflammation of the tendons, is the most common repetitive use injury we treat. Tendons connect muscle to bones, and they can be inflamed or injured along their course by repetitive movements.

How is repetitive strain injury RSI caused?

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is the aches and pain in your body caused by repetitive movements or poor posture while doing certain activities (including work). It’s also called occupational overuse injury and overuse syndrome. RSI mainly affects your wrists and hands.

What is repetitive strain injury in computer?

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) represents a group of conditions associated with the overuse of computer, guitar, knife or a similar motion or tool. It is an occupational overuse syndrome affecting muscles, tendons and nerves in the arms and upper back and is also known as work related upper limb disorder (WRULD).

What are the two types of RSI?

Types and Causes of RSI There are two basic types of RSI. Type 1 RSI is a musculoskeletal disorder with symptoms that include the swelling and inflammation of specific muscles or tendons. Then there is Type 2 RSI, which has a range of causes, although usually the result of nerve damage from work activities.

How can you avoid RSI?

Tips for preventing RSI

1. Adjust your work station to promote good posture and comfort.
2. Sit in a chair that gives you support for your lower back and keep your feet flat on the floor or on a foot rest.
3. Avoid sitting cross-legged.
4. If possible, spend some of your computer time at a standing desk.

Will RSI go away?

RSI usually lasts only a few days or weeks if treated properly in the early stages, but it can affect a person for many years if not treated or diagnosed properly in the beginning (Pascarelli & Quilter, 1994).