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Arthritis
Physical activity associated with lower risk of work-related repetitive strain injury
April 10th, 2007
Health benefits associated with physical activity during leisure time are widely recognized, but it is not known if leisure-time physical activity decreases the risk of work-related repetitive strain injury (RSI). A new study published in the April 2007 issue of Arthritis Care & Research estimated the prevalence of work-related RSI and found that being physically active during leisure time is associated with a decreased risk of this type of injury. Led by C.R. Ratzlaff, PhD(Cand), BSc(PT), FCAMT, of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, researchers analyzed data from the...
Source: Life Science Weekly (2007-04-10)
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