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| name = Musculoskeletal disorder | |||
| image = [[File:Carpal_tunnel_splint.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A wrist splint used for treating [[carpal tunnel syndrome]], a common musculoskeletal disorder | |||
| field = [[Rheumatology]], [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[stiffness]], [[swelling]], [[limited range of motion]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic pain]], [[disability]], [[reduced quality of life]] | |||
| onset = Varies by condition | |||
| duration = Can be [[acute]] or [[chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Repetitive strain]], [[injury]], [[aging]], [[genetic factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Occupational hazards]], [[sedentary lifestyle]], [[obesity]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] ([[X-ray]], [[MRI]]) | |||
| differential = [[Neurological disorders]], [[vascular disorders]] | |||
| prevention = [[Ergonomic adjustments]], [[exercise]], [[weight management]] | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[medication]] ([[NSAIDs]], [[analgesics]]), [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; often manageable with treatment | |||
| frequency = Very common; affects millions worldwide | |||
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[[File:Musculoskeletal_diseases_world_map-Deaths_per_million_persons-WHO2012.svg|Musculoskeletal diseases world map - Deaths per million persons (WHO 2012)|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Musculoskeletal disorder''' or '''MSD''' is a condition that affects the [[musculoskeletal system]], including the [[muscles]], [[bones]], [[joints]], [[tendons]], and [[ligaments]]. These disorders can cause pain and physical disability. They are generally caused by work, sports, or other physical activities. | '''Musculoskeletal disorder''' or '''MSD''' is a condition that affects the [[musculoskeletal system]], including the [[muscles]], [[bones]], [[joints]], [[tendons]], and [[ligaments]]. These disorders can cause pain and physical disability. They are generally caused by work, sports, or other physical activities. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
MSDs can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | MSDs can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
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* [[Aging]] | * [[Aging]] | ||
* [[Injury]] | * [[Injury]] | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of MSDs can vary depending on the specific disorder, but may include: | The symptoms of MSDs can vary depending on the specific disorder, but may include: | ||
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* Decreased range of motion | * Decreased range of motion | ||
* [[Weakness]] | * [[Weakness]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of MSDs typically involves a physical examination and may also include: | Diagnosis of MSDs typically involves a physical examination and may also include: | ||
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* [[CT scan]] | * [[CT scan]] | ||
* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for MSDs can include: | Treatment for MSDs can include: | ||
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* [[Surgery]] | * [[Surgery]] | ||
* [[Lifestyle changes]], such as exercise and diet | * [[Lifestyle changes]], such as exercise and diet | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of MSDs can include: | Prevention of MSDs can include: | ||
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* Using proper [[body mechanics]] | * Using proper [[body mechanics]] | ||
* Taking breaks from repetitive tasks | * Taking breaks from repetitive tasks | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Rheumatology]] | * [[Rheumatology]] | ||
* [[Orthopedics]] | * [[Orthopedics]] | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Musculoskeletal disorders]] | [[Category:Musculoskeletal disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Rheumatology]] | [[Category:Rheumatology]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedics]] | [[Category:Orthopedics]] | ||
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| Musculoskeletal disorder | |
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| File:Carpal tunnel splint.jpg | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, stiffness, swelling, limited range of motion |
| Complications | Chronic pain, disability, reduced quality of life |
| Onset | Varies by condition |
| Duration | Can be acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Repetitive strain, injury, aging, genetic factors |
| Risks | Occupational hazards, sedentary lifestyle, obesity |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies (X-ray, MRI) |
| Differential diagnosis | Neurological disorders, vascular disorders |
| Prevention | Ergonomic adjustments, exercise, weight management |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, medication (NSAIDs, analgesics), surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; often manageable with treatment |
| Frequency | Very common; affects millions worldwide |
| Deaths | N/A |
Musculoskeletal disorder or MSD is a condition that affects the musculoskeletal system, including the muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. These disorders can cause pain and physical disability. They are generally caused by work, sports, or other physical activities.
Causes[edit]
MSDs can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Physical stress on the body, such as heavy lifting or repetitive movements
- Poor posture
- Lack of physical fitness
- Aging
- Injury
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of MSDs can vary depending on the specific disorder, but may include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of MSDs typically involves a physical examination and may also include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for MSDs can include:
- Physical therapy
- Medication
- Surgery
- Lifestyle changes, such as exercise and diet
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of MSDs can include:
- Regular exercise
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Using proper body mechanics
- Taking breaks from repetitive tasks
See also[edit]
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