Types of Work Injuries

Depending on your particular profession or occupation, you may be at risk for certain types of workplace injuries. Although it is not feasible to list every reason you could come to harm on the job, some of the more common injuries workers encounter include:

• Back pain. Various types of back injuries are among the most common reasons workers’ compensation claims are filed. Injuries can occur quickly, such as when an attempt is made to lift an object that is too heavy. Or repeated activities, such as bending over to reach needed items, can cause the condition to slowly manifest over time.
• Broken limbs and amputation. If you are the victim of devastating injuries such as these, you may be incapacitated temporarily or permanently, or suffer a severe loss of mobility and independence. You may incur substantial medical expenses for physician visits, rehabilitation therapy, and any specialized equipment necessary to function with your condition.
• Carpal tunnel syndrome. With the increased use of computers, cell phones, and other similar technologies, this crippling condition has become more common in the workplace. If left untreated, permanent damage to the hands and fingers can eventually result.
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI). Often resulting from falls or blows to the skull, the effects of a TBI range from mild cognitive impairment to severe loss of brain function.