Musculoskeletal Disorders
Musculoskeletal Disorders or MSDs are injuries and disorders that affect the human body's movement or
musculoskeletal system i.e. muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, discs, blood vessels, etc. Common
musculoskeletal disorders include: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Tendonitis. Muscle / Tendon strain.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are conditions that can affect your muscles, bones, and joints. MSDs include: tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis (RA), fibromyalgia, bone fractures, MSDs are common. And your risk of developing them increases with age.
The severity of MSDs can vary. In some cases, they cause pain and discomfort that interferes with everyday activities. Early diagnosis and treatment may help ease symptoms and improve long-term outlook.
Symptoms of MSDs can includes recurrent pain, stiff joints, swelling, dull aches.
They can affect any major area of your
musculoskeletal system, including neck, shoulders, wrists, back, hips, legs, knees, and feet.
In some cases, the symptoms of MSDs interfere with everyday activities like walking or typing. You may develop a limited range of motion or have trouble completing routine tasks.
Your treatment plan will vary depending on the cause of your symptoms. So it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of an MSD, make a meeting together with your doctor. To diagnose your condition, they’ll likely perform a physical exam. They will check for pain, redness, swelling, muscle weakness, muscle atrophy they'll also test your reflexes. Unusual reflexes may indicate nerve damage.
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