Joplin Repetitive Stress Injury Attorney

Protecting Injured Workers in Missouri

Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) are one of the most common types of work-related injuries. They are also one of the most frequently misdiagnosed or undiagnosed injuries. If you are suffering from an RSI, you need to get the medical care and workers’ compensation benefits you are entitled to receive.

At Webster & Carlton, P.C., our Joplin repetitive stress injury lawyers can help you get the medical treatment, wage loss benefits, and permanent disability benefits you need and deserve.

Contact us online or call (417) 545-3775 for a consultation. We can help you obtain the benefits you deserve.

What Are Repetitive Stress Injuries?

Repetitive stress injuries are injuries that occur as a result of repeating the same motion over and over again. The injuries can occur in muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. They can also occur in nerves and in the spinal discs. Some of the most common types of repetitive stress injuries are:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Tendinitis
• Epicondylitis
• Bursitis
• Rotator cuff syndrome
• Trigger finger
• De Quervain’s disease
• Raynaud’s disease

RSIs are often caused by excessive use of a certain body part. For example, carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by excessive use of the wrist. But RSIs can also be caused by using a tool or machine that vibrates, by working in a cold environment, by working in a high-stress environment, or by working in a job that requires you to work in an uncomfortable position.

How Are Repetitive Stress Injuries Treated?

If you are suffering from an RSI, you need to get medical treatment as soon as possible. Early diagnosis and treatment can often help you avoid permanent damage. If you have been diagnosed with an RSI, you should follow your doctor’s treatment plan. You should also keep your employer informed about your diagnosis and treatment.

In most cases, treatment for an RSI will involve a combination of rest, medication, physical therapy, and changes in your work environment. If you continue to work in the same job, your symptoms are likely to get worse. In some cases, your doctor may tell you that you need to stop working in your current job and find a new job that does not require you to do the same motion over and over again.

If you have been diagnosed with an RSI, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits can help you get the medical treatment you need and pay your bills while you are unable to work. But in order to get these benefits, you will need to file a claim with the Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation.

Do I Need a Lawyer to File for Workers’ Compensation?

When you file a workers’ compensation claim, you will be dealing with the insurance company that provides workers’ compensation coverage to your employer. The insurance company will have a team of lawyers on its side. You need to have a lawyer on your side, too.

At Webster & Carlton, P.C., we can help you at every stage of your workers’ compensation claim. We can help you file your initial claim and make sure it is complete and accurate. If your claim is denied, we can help you file an appeal and gather the evidence you will need to prove your claim. We can also help you get the medical treatment you need and make sure you are receiving the correct amount of benefits.

Contact us online or call (417) 545-3775 to schedule a consultation with our experienced legal team.