“Overexertion” is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries across all injuries. Pushing yourself past your limits, even in an office job, could lead to an injury or illness that keeps you out of work for an extended period of time.

Overexertion can occur when you work your body too hard for too long a period of time. It can often result in painful inflammation or other injuries. If you’re trying to visualize what pushing yourself past your limits looks like, you’re probably thinking of some form of physical labor. Picking up boxes all day long, or moving heavy objects. But the reality is that any repeated activity could lead to a workplace injury if you do it long enough. Even something as minor as typing!

Overexertion can cause several different types of injuries, including:
- Muscle Sprains
- Tendinitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Heat Exhaustion
- Dehydration
- Joint Dislocation
- Torn Meniscus
- Herniated Discs
- Stress Fractures

Luckily, there are signs you can look out for. Things like fatigue, muscle soreness, and struggling to catch your breath, are all ways your body is trying to tell you to take a break.

And overexertion injuries can have a lasting impact on your health, and your wallet. It’s estimated that overexertion injuries cost $13 billion each year! So make sure you take steps to avoid getting injured. Follow all posted guidelines and safety precautions. If you’re lifting, carrying, or doing any other types of physical activity, make sure to use proper form (lift with your knees!). And finally, take regular breaks, especially when doing repetitive tasks or if you begin to feel the signs of overexertion.

If you do end up getting injured because of overexertion at work, it will be covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, it can be difficult to prove that the injury happened because of your work duties. So if you’ve been injured because of workplace overexertion, contact the Law Office of Brian D. Tadros today for a free consultation. And for more, make sure to Like us on Facebook!

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