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Repetitive Stress Injury

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Definition: Repetitive Stress Injury is a syndrome that affects bones, muscles, tendons, nerves and other anatomical features. It develops when a minute injury occurs repeatedly from over or misappropriate use of a body part.

Causes can include poor posture, repetitive motion and trauma.

Also Known As: Repetitive Stress Disorders, Repetitive Strain Injuries or Disorders, Repetitive Motion Injuries or Disorders, Cumulative Trauma Disorders, Overuse Syndromes, Musculoskeletal Disorders
Examples:
Tennis Elbow is a common repetitive stress injury.

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