Repetitive strain injury: A new definition and treatment strategy based on the client-centered practice

Issue title: Hands

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Frost, Lenore^; | Stricoff, Robyn

Affiliations: 560 Forest Rd., West Haven, CT 06516, USA | Hand Therapy of Southern Connecticut, Bridgeport, CT, USA

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Abstract: RSI is defined by the authors as a biopsychosocial disorder, under the umbrella of cumulative trauma disorder, involving a non-specific, potentially chronic pain syndrome of the upper extremity. Evaluation and treatment will focus on the client-centered practice. Patients are enrolled in an 8-week course of treatment, which focuses on patient involvement, education, relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing, exercise, postural modification, as well as assessing vocational and psychosocial issues.

Keywords: Repetitive strain injury, Cumulative trauma disorders, Client-centered practice

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-1997-8106

Journal: Work, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 45-53, 1997