A food-packing operative reports wrist pain and swelling after moving to a high-speed line requiring forceful twisting of sealed containers.

Question

A food-packing operative reports wrist pain and swelling after moving to a high-speed line requiring forceful twisting of sealed containers. Examination suggests de Quervain tenosynovitis. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Recommend task modification, ergonomic review and temporary reduction of forceful repetition

Answer

Recommend permanent dismissal due to repeated injury risk

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Advise complete rest from work until symptoms disappear

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Treat with analgesia without workplace assessment

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Report as noise-induced disease because work is repetitive

De Quervain tenosynovitis — DOccMed MCQ

A food-packing operative reports wrist pain and swelling after moving to a high-speed line requiring forceful twisting of sealed containers. Examination suggests de Quervain tenosynovitis. What is the most appropriate management?