Abstract This paper gives an overview of carpaltunnelsyndrome, its causes, symptoms, treatment and preventive measures. It discusses the structure of the carpaltunnel the parts that are affected in the syndrome. It also describes the surgical resolution of the problem as well as non-surgical options. It gives the many different causes of the disorder, physical, medical and structural.
From the Paper "Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the medial nerve, the major nerve supplying the hand Carpal Mayo NINDS. The carpal tunnel is a tunnel with three sides composed of bone and the fourth side composed of ligament through which the .."
Tags: median nerve, carpaltunnel, pressure, repetitive action
Abstract This paper examines how carpaltunnelsyndrome has become one of the most hotly discussed issues facing workplace technology in the 1990s and how as computers become increasingly omnipresent in offices worldwide, and as the workweek continues to become more hectic and fast-paced, requiring more labor hours, employees soon spend most of their days in front of a computer terminal. Apart from the discomfort to the employee of the syndrome, it also discusses how human resource offices should indeed be aware that carpaltunnelsyndrome, can for the most part be prevented and thus avoid substantial expenses to the firm, the insurer and the employee, as well as possible legal costs.
From the Paper "The syndrome is usually caused by excess pressure upon the median nerve caused by scarred tissue, repetitive finger motions, tendon sheath inflammation, fractured forearms, or sprain or dislocation occurring in the wrist. Although carpal tunnel syndrome may be hypothetically caused by other factors, such as obesity and pregnancy, the ailment is most often found in individuals who work at their computer terminals excessively, with long hours of typing, and thus put their hands and wrists at risk of swelling and undue pressure. Although carpal tunnel syndrome is "usually curable" (3) through surgery or self-relaxation techniques such as the taking of breaks to relieve stress, the syndrome can potentially lead to such effects as partial or complete paralysis or numbness of the affected hand and wrist. "
Abstract This paper presents an overview of carpaltunnelsyndrome. The paper examines the cause of the syndrome and the ergonomic changes that can help prevent its occurrence. In addition the paper presents diagrams to illustrate where it impacts the body.
Contents:
Introduction
Statistics About CarpalTunnelSyndrome Cause
Types of Jobs That Cause CTS
OSHA
Examples From Occupations
Solutions to Reduce The Risk of CTS
Ergonomic Guidelines for CTS
Effects of Other Risk Factors
From the Paper "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration organization has looked at Carpal Tunnel syndrome for many years and has developed a list of guidelines for employers to use when trying to prevent the occurrence of the syndrome in their workforce. At this time it is not mandatory to comply with the guidelines but employers who do so will find they have a reduced incidence of claims which in the long run will be extremely cost effective. In addition by implementing the guidelines set out by OSHA on a voluntary basis it will help reduce the claims thereby encouraging OSHA not to mandate but to allow voluntary participation in the guideline implementations.
The one thing that OSHA does want to mandate is what happens to a worker who has been diagnosed by a physician as having Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. "
Abstract A paper discussing the issues surrounding health hazards caused by computer use. The author looks at individual as well as institutional protective measures with special reference to avoiding CarpalTunnelSyndrome.
From the Paper "Within the past two years, substantial media attention has been directed at potential adverse health effects of long-term computer use. Renewed concerns about radiation, combined with reports of newly recognized "repetitive stress injuries" such as carpal tunnel syndrome, have led some to call for regulation in the workplace and others to rearrange their offices and computer labs. There is little evidence that computer use is on the decline, however. On the contrary, more people are spending more time doing more tasks with computers -- and faculty, students and staff at colleges and universities have some of the most computer-intensive work styles in the world."
Abstract The paper beings by looking at osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis, and carpaltunnelsyndrome. It then looks at actin and myosin and how they interact in muscle contraction. Next, the paper looks at the intestinal villi and specialized cells found there.
From the Paper "Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease which is progressive and causes a gradual loss of cartilage resulting in the development of bony spurs and cysts on the joint margins. The name comes from the Greek words for bone joint and inflammation. Osteoarthritis causes disability because it limits movements of the joint. It results from deterioration or loss of cartilage from weight-bearing joints like the knees and hips and as the cartilage is worn away the bones rub together forming spurs which are areas of abnormal hardening...
Abstract This paper discusses the ethical issue of the genetic testing of employees who had filed carpaltunnelsyndrome claims and reviews an article that discusses a specific legal case. This paper examines both sides of the settlement, using utilitarian and deontological considerations of ethics, and shows that despite the costs to the industry and the limitations for the future, this settlement was a fair compromise in the issue of genetic testing.
From the Paper "Examined using utilitarian ethics, this portion of the settlement would not be supported. Utilitarianism ethics stress that an action should only be undertaken if the cost of the action is less than any benefits that may be received by the majority of those involved (Scarre, 1996). In this case, since the potential lawsuits related to work-related carpal tunnel injuries would be difficult for the company to combat, and since the workers filing such claims are the minority, the payment for those lawsuits would almost certainly be higher than the benefits. The result, under utilitarianism, would be that the discontinuation of genetic testing would almost certainly create an end result of more payouts for work-related carpal tunnel claims, and since those claims are from a minority of individuals within the company, the payouts would not benefit the majority, and thus, the genetic testing should be continued."
Abstract This paper describes the occupational hazards of being a paralegal, which include back pain, headaches, and disorders such as carpaltunnelsyndrome. The paper defines occupational hazards of computer dependent careers.
From the Paper "The definition of occupational hazard which is a term typically used in determining insurance premiums is any activity associated with a job that increases the likelihood of sickness injury or death. The physical demands of a paralegal's job are typically not life threatening and are likely limited to sitting for long periods of time and excessive computer use. Both of these strains can lead to back problems chronic headaches or conditions such as tendinitis or carpel-tunnel syndrome ..."
Tags: paralegal, occupational hazards, carpaltunnel, back pain, headaches, computers
Abstract Examines causes, such as repetitive motion injury, obesity, diabetes, and hypothyroidism. Discusses symptoms of carpel tunnel, its diagnosis, accuracy of diagnostic factors, electromyelogram studies, and methods of treatment.
From the Paper "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common disorder of the hand caused by swelling of the tendons in the carpal tunnel putting pressure on the median nerve. The carpal tunnel is formed dorsally by the carpal bones, and ventrally by the transverse ..."
Abstract This paper looks at Selye's syndrome, known also as General Adaptation Syndrome. Selye was the fist to talk about stress and its cause, starting in the 1920's. The writer discusses that he is credited with discovering what is behind "just feeling sick" and recognizing it is due to the body's response to constant stress. The writer reveals Selye's belief that it is the "wear and tear on the body."
From the Paper "Hans Selye wrote in the front piece of his book 'Stress': 'To those who are under the exhausting nervous strain of pursuing their ideal whatever it may be to the martyrs who sacrifice themselves for others as well as to those hounded by selfish ambition fear jealousy and worst of all by hate. For my stress stems from the urge to help and not to judge But most personally this book is dedicated to my wife who helped so much to ..."
Tags: Seyle's syndrome, General Adaptation Syndrome
Abstract This paper describes the causes and symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. The paper discusses the effects of Fetal Alcohol syndrome in the areas of emotional development and cognitive development, including learning disabilities. The paper also addresses the effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in school and social settings.
Abstract This paper describes and discusses the problem of dysphagia in Guillane Barre Syndrome. The paper includes an overview of the disorder with a focus on dysphagia. The paper discusses the prevalence of dysphagia in Guillane Barre Syndrome, treatment options available and the efficacy of such options.
From the Paper "According to Ann Walling Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is the leading cause of flaccid paralysis in western countries. GBS is a syndrome in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system. The first symptoms of this disorder include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many instances the weakness and abnormal sensations spread to the arms and upper body. These symptoms can increase in intensity until the muscles cannot be used at all and the patient is almost completely paralyzed.
Tags: DYSPHAGIA IN GUILLAIN BARRE SYNDROME, CAUSE, TREATMENT, ONSET, SUPPORTIVE CARE, NO CURE, SYNDROME, RECOVERY, DYSPHAGIA, PREVALENCE, TREATMENT, EFFICACY OF TREATMENT.
Abstract This paper looks at special needs students in the classroom, focusing specifically on Down syndrome. The paper examines the history of Down syndrome and its common symptoms. The paper further examines how the state of California deals with special needs in the classroom, and methods from teachers that can help lead students with Down syndrome to success.
From the Paper "Down's syndrome is named after Langdon Down, an Englishman, who described its multiple characteristics in 1866. It is caused by chromosome abnormalities; typically the cause is an additional chromosome, Chromosome 21, occurring three times instead of two. Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal aberration, and it occurs in appropriately one in every eight hundred live births. One important factor that can increase the possibility of Down syndrome is the age of the parents, as "the incidence of Down's syndrome being around 10 per 10,000 live births for women under 28 and around 470 per 10,000 live births for women over 40 years" (Farrell, 2003, p. 53). Young mothers (15-19 years of age) are also more likely to have a child with Down syndrome."
This paper covers the debate on whether or not smoking marijuana causes amotivational syndrome. It sets up standards for a case study to test the hypothesis.
Abstract This paper looks at whether smoking marijuana causes amotivational syndrome, the term given to the tranquilizing of marijuana on its users, particularly adolescents. The author discusses the symptoms, such as apathy, an inability to carry out plans or concentrate, and impairment of speech and writing. The paper also discusses plans for a twelve-year study, and concludes that the research already conducted on amotivational syndrome is not influenced by the amount of marijuana one smokes.
From the Paper "Amotivational Syndrome is a syndrome in which people are predisposed to. Smoking marijuana during adolescence can stunt an individual's psychological growth, but it does not necessarily lead to Amotivational Syndrome. There is no doubt that a correlation exists between marijuana use and Amotivational Syndrome, but the causal relationship is unclear. There is a substantial amount of information against marijuana being the cause of Amotivational Syndrome, but it is still considered to be a factor in perpetuating the syndrome further. It is common for people with other psychological disorders or learning disorders to have several of the symptoms of Amotivational Syndrome."
Abstract This paper reviews research articles on children with Down syndrome and their parents. The articles focus on the complex challenges Down Syndrome presents, particularly the difficulties in raising disabled children. The paper also discusses the complexity of development delays. The paper concludes with a look at resources and coping strategies for parents.
Tags: Down's syndrome, typical children, research studies, parents
Abstract This paper presents a case study of the psychological treatment of Sjogren's Syndrome. The author describes the diagnosis criteria for the syndrome. The paper relates the physical causes and therapies to relieve anxieties and stress suffered by the patient.
From the Paper "The following presents a case analysis of a patient with Sjogren's Syndrome. The case is presented followed by diagnosis criteria for Sjogren's Syndrome. Typical treatment is discussed along with three adjunct psychotherapies."
