Tag: Repetitive strain injury

Approximately 1.9 million people in the United States are affected by carpal tunnel syndrome, one type of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI). However, when people ask, “is an RSI permanent?”, the answer depends on whether they are referring to this overuse injury or the temporary effects of a life-saving medical procedure called Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI).

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is an umbrella term for a range of conditions affecting muscles, tendons, and nerves [1.3.1]. When conservative treatments fail, a physician may recommend an RSI injection, which typically involves a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation and pain [1.3.2, 1.4.4].