Upper Limb Disorders
Key Points

Key Points

Upper Limb Disorders are one of the most common work related health problems in the UK.
Adequate control measures can help reduce the incidence, but will not prevent all of them.
Evidence suggests that most upper limb disorders will recover with minor interventions.
As early recognition and accurate diagnosis is vital, managers should know what to do if their staff experience symptoms. Even those with chronic symptoms can benefit from occupational rehabilitation.