REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY Definition & Meaning

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repetitive strain injury

any of a group of debilitating disorders, as of the hand and arm, characterized typically by pain, numbness, tingling, or loss of muscle control and caused by the stress of repeated movements. : RSI

repetitive strain injury

noun

a condition, characterized by arm or wrist pains, that can affect musicians, computer operators, etc, who habitually perform awkward hand movements RSI

repetitive strain injury

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Any of various musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, characterized by numbness, pain, or weakness of muscles, tendons, nerves, and other soft tissues, and caused by the persistent repetition of certain physical movements.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of repetitive strain injury¹

1990–95

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It’s a repetitive strain injury that results in a fracture to the cannon bone above the fetlock due to large loads transmitted during high-speed workouts.

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Geaux Rocket Ride sustained a repetitive strain injury that results in a fracture to the cannon bone above the fetlock due to large loads transmitted during high-speed workouts, according to a statement from the Breeders’ Cup.

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David Whelan said his brother must work at least eight hours a day, six days a week, on menial tasks like making buttonholes, which has caused him repetitive strain injury.

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And I’m sure I’m not the only Mini user who found themself constantly flirting with or succumbing to repetitive strain injury issues before switching away from bigger phones.

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Having access to weights is a lifesaver for me — I’ve found that the only reliable way for me to stave off a repetitive strain injury is doing dumbbell rows.

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