What is an MSD?

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MSD = Musculoskeletal Disorder

A Musculoskeletal Disorder is a condition where part of the muscluloskeletal system is injured over a period of time. This point of no return usually occurs from working harder, pulling/pushing faster, stretching past your limits, in other words, going past what your body normally does. MSD's can occur within minutes with improper ergonomics or bad posture, but more often than not, an MSD occurs through frequent trauma or minor achenes over a long period of time.

Symptoms of MSD's are listed below:

1. Burning or Numbness
2. Tinging or Joint Stiffness

3. Temperature or changes in Skin Color

4. Loss of range of motion

5. Loss of strength or muscle tightness

6. Joint Stiffness, swelling or pain

Most MSD's are are categorized as having to do with a joint, and the muscles, tendons, nerves, and bones surrounding that joint. Many physicians quantify MSD's as being Repetitive Stress or Over-Use Syndromes. Whichever view we may use, MSD's are a commonality in the workplace and in everyday life, causing a range of discomfort, minor aches and pains, to even time off of work. In many cases these MSD's can turn into permanent injury and loss of employment. If you have an MSD, please contact your local therapist or see your physician for effective treatment options.


Below is a non-extensive list of common musculoskeletal disorders:

1. Bursitis

2. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

3. Dequervains Syndrome

4. Tendinitis

5. Jumpers Knee

6. Runners Knee

7. Shin Splints

8. Swimmers Shoulder

9. Muscle Strains

10. Joint Sprains
11. Tennis Elbow
12. Golfers Elbow
13. Muscle Spasm