Symptoms of MSDs

If you experience one or more of the following symptoms, you should report them to your employer and seek medical attention:

• Pain from movement, pressure, or exposure to cold or vibration
• Numbness or tingling in the arm, fingers, or legs
• Change in skin color from exposure to cold or vibration
• Decreased range of motion in the joints
• Decreased grip strength
• Swelling of a joint or part of the arm, hand, finger, or leg
• Fatigue or difficulty in sustaining work performance

Often, simple changes in workstation design and work habits can alleviate the risk for, and symptoms of, MSDs.

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