Forearm, Wrist & Fingers
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome II
•Specific occupations where wrists are in abnormal positions for prolonged periods with highly repetitive movements
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•Tenosynovitis of flexor tendons
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•Pressure on the median nerve in the carpal tunnel
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•Buffing
•Grinding
•Prehensile task especially in extremes of flexion, extension and ulnar deviation
•Assembly work
•Typing
•Packing
•Scrubbing
•Hammering
•Repetitive or forceful grip
•VDT work
•Polishing
•Sanding