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Occupational and Use-Related Mononeuropathies

Timothy M. Miller, Michael J. Aminoff

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Abstract Occupational and use-related mononeuropathies cause significant morbidity. Although the full impact of these syndromes is difficult to assess, the major consequences of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) alone provide some insight. The prevalence of CTS in the general population is 2% to 3%. In comparison to other work-related injuries and illnesses, median days away from work are highest for CTS. The average worker undergoing carpal tunnel surgery requires 27 days off work, and the estimated cost of carpal tunnel surgery in the United States is $2 billion.

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Abstract Occupational and use-related mononeuropathies cause significant morbidity. Although the full impact of these syndromes is difficult to assess, the major consequences of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) alone provide some insight. The prevalence of CTS in the general population is 2% to 3%. In comparison to other work-related injuries and illnesses, median days away from work are highest for CTS. The average worker undergoing carpal tunnel surgery requires 27 days off work, and the estimated cost of carpal tunnel surgery in the United States is $2 billion.

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Abstract Occupational and use-related mononeuropathies cause significant morbidity. Although the full impact of these syndromes is difficult to assess, the major consequences of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) alone provide some insight. The prevalence of CTS in the general population is 2% to 3%. In comparison to other work-related injuries and illnesses, median days away from work are highest for CTS. The average worker undergoing carpal tunnel surgery requires 27 days off work, and the estimated cost of carpal tunnel surgery in the United States is $2 billion.

Key concepts: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Mononeuropathy, Medicine, Carpal tunnel, Carpal tunnel release, Working population, Population, Physical therapy

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