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Take the Repetitive Stress Injuries Test

Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) can be painful and debilitating. They can cause damage to tendons, ligaments, nerves, and muscles over time. RSIs are also called repetitive motion syndromes. They can affect almost any part of the body. Common injuries are carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, ganglion cysts, and trigger finger. Test your knowledge of RSIs by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

1. Which of these activities can result in a repetitive stress injury?

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Baseball pitchers, musicians, and people who type all can suffer from RSI. The term RSI covers a broad range of injuries to tendons, nerves, and the circulatory system that result from long-term and repeated physical exertion.

A. Pitching a baseballB. Playing the violinC. TypingD. All of the above

2. What are the warning signs of RSI?

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Fatigue and pain in the wrist, forearm, elbow, or shoulder may mean strain. Rest usually improves the symptoms. Numbness or pain in the wrist at night, hours after stopping a repeated task, may mean the problem isn't work-related.

A. Feverish jointB. Loss of muscle strengthC. PainD. B and C

3. Which of these therapies have proved helpful in treating RSI?

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Biofeedback training involves a special electronic machine that teaches the person to become aware of, to follow, and to gain control over muscle tension and other bodily responses.

A. NutritionB. BiofeedbackC. Electrical stimulationD. Psychotherapy

4. Which of these can be the most important way to prevent RSI in people who work at computer workstations?

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You can have ergonomically correct furniture and still have a RSI if your posture is incorrect. Relax your shoulders, lean against your chair's back, and keep your wrists straight when you type.

A. Ergonomically correct deskB. Ergonomically correct chairC. Correct postureD. Wrist pads for the keyboard

5. For people who work with computers, which of these reduces the risk for RSI?

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A good rule of thumb: Take 5- to 10-minute breaks after each hour of typing. Studies show taking breaks increases efficiency.

A. Taking short, frequent breaksB. Wrist padsC. Flat keyboardsD. Not typing more than 3 hours without taking a break

6. How does exercise help ease RSI?

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Exercise improves muscle tone and reduces stress, both of which help prevent musculoskeletal problems.

A. Improves muscle toneB. Reduces tensionC. Increases oxygen supplyD. A and B

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Online Medical Reviewer: Joseph, Thomas N, MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Turley, Kenny, PA-C

Date Last Reviewed: 11/1/2020

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