Repetitive Stress Injury Lawyers Serving Glen Burnie and Surrounding Areas
Not all workplace injuries result from a single, identifiable accident. Some, like carpal tunnel syndrome, are the result of repeatedly performing the same task. This causes stress on a specific joint and muscle group. These repetitive motion injuries or occupational injuries should be taken seriously, as they may require surgery and may prevent someone from doing his or her job.
At Hassan, Hassan & Tuchman, P.A., we have been representing injured workers and their families since our founding in 1975. To learn how our Baltimore lawyers can help with your carpal tunnel syndrome claim, please call 888-340-9122 or contact our workers' compensation attorneys online for a free consultation.
Information About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve in the wrist is pressed or squeezed. While some sufferers of carpal tunnel syndrome are predisposed to it due to genetic factors, the injury can result from repetitive tasks such as typing or other job functions that require frequent wrist motion.
Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include:
- Numbing, itching or burning in the hands and fingers
- Swelling
- Decreased grip strength
- Decreased nerve function
- Loss of muscle mass in extreme cases
It is important to seek medical attention if you experience any of the above symptoms. Because carpal tunnel syndrome cannot be tied to a specific work accident and is not a visible injury, it can be more difficult to obtain the benefits you need. Your doctor will need to be specific about the injury and how it affects your ability to work in order to be successful. As skilled attorneys, we can help you obtain the exact information you need to collect benefits.
Contact Our Workers' Compensation Law Firm
If you suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome and believe it is job related, we will help you receive maximum workers' compensation benefits. If you have been denied workers' comp benefits for your injury, we can represent you at hearings and at the appeals stage. Call our law firm in Baltimore, Maryland, at 888-340-9122 today.
