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How Does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Develop?

Workplace injuries sometimes take months or years to develop. Jobs that involve frequent and repetitive motions can lead to the development of long-term injuries. Carpal tunnel syndrome is an excellent example. This health condition occurs when workers compress the median nerve in their wrists. Workers in various industries can develop carpal tunnel. Office workers, cashiers, and assembly line workers are at risk.

Fortunately, there are ways to prevent this a condition from developing. To prevent carpal tunnel, workers should relax their grip and take frequent breaks. They should also watch their posture and keep their hands warm. Ergonomic equipment can also help, as it reduces stress points that lead to the development of this health condition.

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Another Reason Why You Shouldn’t Talk Politics at Work

Discussing politics at work can stress out your coworkers. A new survey conducted by the American Psychological Association reports that one in four workers are feeling stressed out by political talk in the workplace. This stress led to decreased productivity and lower quality work. Young men ages 18 to 34 were most likely to be affected. Workers feeling stress may alleviate symptoms by eating healthy, setting boundaries, getting enough rest and exercising.

http://www.larrimer.com/can-discussing-politics-work-cause-stress/

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Have a Case of the Mondays? You Might Be Risking Your Health

If you have seen the cult-hit Office Space, this blog post should ring some familiar bells. The movie centers around the unhappy protagonist Peter Gibbons and his hellish job at Initech. Being like Peter Gibbons is a great way to put yourself at risk for health problems later in life, at least according to a study conducted by Ohio State University. The study claims workers who are unhappy at their jobs are more likely to develop depression, anxiety, insomnia and other health problems.

http://www.larrimer.com/worry-case-mondays/

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Augmented realty technology is going to change the construction business, but how will it affect worker safety? Here are some thoughts on the issue.

Augmented realty isn’t just some fad over Pokémon. It could change the way we live and do business. Many in the construction industry are already using it to improve efficiency, but how will these tools affect workers’ safety?

#worksafety #augmented reality

Did you know that nail-guns are responsible for about 37,000 visits to the ER every year? That’s scary! More than 60 percent of those are related to work accidents. Here’s some info on how to stay safe if you’re using one at work.

#Workers Compensation #workplace injury #workers comp #Construction Accidents #construction workers

Ohio’s Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) recognizes June as National Safety Month to highlight workplace safety. The BWC is hoping that as many younger workers take on summer jobs, they will be aware of safety hazards within their workplace. Additionally, the BWC is shedding light on the importance of staying hydrated for construction jobs, landscaping jobs and any other type of outdoor work. http://www.larrimer.com/bwc-june-national-safety-month

#national safety month #june #Workers Compensation #workplace safety

There's a battle in congress over how much sleep a truck driver needs to be safe on the road.

Ohio may be changing the laws for truck driver sleep schedules. A bill in Congress is pushing for a 34-hour restart after every 73 hours driven within a seven-day period. Do you think this will help truck drivers better regulate their sleep schedules and remain alert?

#ohio #Workers Compensation #trucks #commercial truck #semi truck

A Special Wish Foundation Boy to Be Signed With the Lake Erie Monsters Hockey Team

A Special Wish Foundation chapter in Ohio is granting a 4-year-old boy his wish. A 4-year-old with many health problems is joining the Lake Erie Monsters hockey team in the near future! He went with the team captain last week to start shopping for gear

http://fox8.com/2016/03/17/a-special-wish-teams-up-with-lake-erie-monsters-to-make-dream-come-true-for-local-boy/

#lakeeriemonsters #ohio #hockey #aspecialwishfoundation #ohioworkerscomp

Ohioans Prefer Giant Eagle to Kroger

You may think with Kroger’s main office located in Cincinnati, it is the most popular grocery store in the Buckeye State. Seeing as Kroger is the largest traditional supermarket operator in the nation with its 400,000 employees and $108 billion in sales, it is an easy assumption to make. However, a recent study published in Thrillist shows Ohio’s favorite store is actually Giant Eagle.

Source: http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/morning_call/2016/01/kroger-dethroned-as-supermarket-king-in-ohio.html

#kroger #giant eagle #ohio #cincinnati

What Are There Warning Signs for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Recently, the Chicago Tribune had a report about carpal tunnel syndrome, speaking with doctors about warnings signs and when people should seek help.

According to one orthopedic surgeon, symptoms for carpal tunnel syndrome typically begin gradually, without specific injuries reported to a victim’s wrist or hands. Victims may wake up in the middle of the night with pain or notice prolonged issues with movement when they attempt to do tasks like unbutton clothing.

If you experience issues with motion in your writs and have lost function, you should know that early diagnosis often helps people avoid worsening issues later with carpal tunnel syndrome. Occupational therapy can prevent permanent damage or the need for surgery, especially in the early stages of the syndrome.

Be aware that if you suffer a repetitive motion injury (RPT) due to you work environment, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. This could potentially help you pay for medical care including therapy to help alleviate symptoms and pain.

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Health Care Workers and Back Injuries: A Modern Workplace Plague

Health care workers have a high risk of sustaining back injuries due to the nature of their occupation. For example, nurses often move around patients and heavy equipment. When health care workers receive musculoskeletal injuries, returning to work is very difficult. A recent article published in NPR shows how damaging back injuries can be to the careers of health care workers.

In the article, a nurse discusses her experience lifting a 300-pound patient with other hospital staff. Midway through lifting the patient, the nurses back “popped”. After waking up the next morning, she was unable to walk. Unfortunately, stories like this are common among health care workers. Statistics released by the Department of Labor suggest 35,000 health care workers sustain back injuries every year, suggesting the problem is very widespread around the U.S.

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http://www.larrimer.com/health-care-horror-stories-the-dreaded-back-injury/

#workers' comp attorneys #musculoskeletal injuries

Construction Materials Share Link with 9/11 Cancers in First Responders

A new report released by the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health interviewed 9/11 responders and survivors on health conditions caused by the infamous attacks. The report comes at a time when Marcy Borders, known as the Dust Lady, passed away from stomach cancer. Ms. Borders blamed debris and dust from the attack for her fatal illness. Her claims may have significance. According to a doctor interviewed for the report, common health conditions include head, neck and thyroid cancers. Of the 72,395 first responders and survivors of the 9/11 attacks, 33,000 have at least one health condition. Some of the conditions, while less serious than cancer, are still debilitating.

Data from the Natural Resources Defense Council suggest it took 300 to 400 tons of asbestos to construct the Twin Towers. Although Congress has set up compensation for survivors, many will still suffer serious health complications that include cancer.

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http://www.larrimer.com/are-construction-materials-responsible-for-911-cancers/

#9/11 #never forget #Columbus Workers' Comp Attorneys

Coffee Roasters Are At Risk For Popcorn Lung Disease

An occupational illness caused by the food byproduct diacetyl may be putting coffee roasters at risk. By inhaling diacetyl over time, workers may develop popcorn lung. Diacetyl is frequently used for flavoring foods such as microwaved popcorn. Unfortunately, some coffee flavors use diacetyl. Once these flavors are roasted, the workers sometimes inhale the fumes.

Workers who develop popcorn lung can have permanent shortness of breath, dry cough, and wheezing. Popcorn lung can only be cured with a lung transplant. Many physicians may initially mistake the illness for asthma or more common conditions.

In a coffee factory located in Tyler, Texas, it was found workers were pouring vats of diacetyl onto coffee beans. Some of the workers allegedly developed popcorn lung, mistaking it for allergies.

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Should Workers With PTSD Receive Workers’ Comp?

A bill in the Ohio Senate will discuss workers’ compensation benefits for emergency workers with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a serious mental health disorder that can result in severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks and insomnia. Police officers and other emergency personnel often respond to murders, suicides and accidents.

These events heighten the risk emergency workers can develop PTSD. Living with PTSD can raise the risk of suicide. A 2012 study of the Chicago Fire Department had discovered that its members had a suicide rate 25 times that of the general population. In some cases, PTSD might require a person to take time off from his or her occupation.

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http://www.larrimer.com/can-workers-with-ptsd-receive-workers-compensation/

#workers' compensation #Columbus Workers' Comp Attorneys

OSHA To Help Nurses Avoid Workplace Injuries

New Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations could help nurses avoid common injuries in health care settings. OSHA is seeking to reduce the number of musculoskeletal injuries and exposure to harmful pathogens. Slips and trips are also common injuries in health care settings.

Department of Labor statistics suggest nurses suffer a rate of musculoskeletal injurie many times higher than that of other workers. Hospitals could potentially adopt new equipment to help move and lift patients. Currently, only 11 states have laws that require lifting equipment or training. Musculoskeletal injuries are capable of damaging the spinal cord, which can result in disability. Fortunately, injured hospital workers might be eligible for workers’ comp.

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http://www.larrimer.com/how-oshas-new-regulations-could-help-injured-nurses/

#Columbus workers' comp attorneys #musculoskeletal injuries #workers' comp

New OSHA Rules To Protect Hospital Workers

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released new recommendations to help hospital workers avoid airborne hazards from diseases, cleaning chemicals and certain drugs. OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard already ensures that hospitals maintain respiratory protection programs.

New recommendations include respirator use and training for avoiding airborne diseases. Many Americans still remember the Ebola scare from last year, after a nurse developed the West African disease and many questioned whether hospitals had protocols to avoid future cases.

Unfortunately, hospitals are full of dangerous contagions, gasses that can render workers unconscious and cleaning chemicals that can cause irritation and burning. New policies can help workers avoid situations that might lead to serious death or injury.

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http://www.larrimer.com/can-new-osha-rules-protect-hospital-workers/

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New Regulations Can Protect Cell Tower Workers from Fatal Construction Accidents

Cell tower workers have an exceptionally dangerous job, as they are at risk for electrocution and fatal falls. Work accidents in the construction industry are well known by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which has sought to curb the high number of catastrophic injuries and deaths.

OSHA will seek out the help of various groups to come up with new ideas for improving cell tower worker safety. OSHA will also update its policies regulating the use of equipment such as hoisting systems. In addition to engaging construction groups and regulating the use of equipment, OSHA will increase training for cell tower workers.

Falls are the number one cause of fatal construction accidents, and were responsible for 294 of the 796 construction accident deaths in 2013.

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#workers' comp attorneys #construction accidents

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