Health hazards in ICT

 

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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Condition where blood clots form, usually in the legs due to sitting in one position for a long period of time.
1 of 5
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Chronic pain experienced in the arms, shoulder or back due to repetitive actions.
2 of 5
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Condition on the median nerve in the wrist that is caused by repeated movements- typing
3 of 5
Ulnar Neuritis
Compression on the ulnar nerve in the elbow caused by leaning on the elbow for a long period of time.
4 of 5
Back pain
Caused by sitting on an uncomfortable chair or by slouching.
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Other cards in this set

Card 2

Front

Chronic pain experienced in the arms, shoulder or back due to repetitive actions.

Back

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)

Card 3

Front

Condition on the median nerve in the wrist that is caused by repeated movements- typing

Back

Preview of the back of card 3

Card 4

Front

Compression on the ulnar nerve in the elbow caused by leaning on the elbow for a long period of time.

Back

Preview of the back of card 4

Card 5

Front

Caused by sitting on an uncomfortable chair or by slouching.

Back

Preview of the back of card 5

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