
13 Jan Repetitive Motion And Other Body Part Injuries
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Repetitive Motion And Other Body Part Injuries
- Pay attention to pain in hands, wrists or other body parts
- Use the right tool for the task to avoid unnecessary stress on body parts
- Never use your hand to hammer or pound things into place
- Take frequent breaks to stretch fatigued muscles
- Change hand and body positions often, especially if your body is in an awkward position
- Maintain a healthy body
- Use good posture and correct technique
- If available, use the correct size tool for your body
- Seek medical help if you experience numbness or tingling of a body part