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Cardiovascular Diseases > Vascular Diseases > Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
Occupational Diseases > Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

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Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome  

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Definition

  • An occupational disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to vibration, affecting the fingers, hands, and forearms. It occurs in workers who regularly use vibrating tools such as jackhammers, power chain saws, riveters, etc. Symptoms include episodic finger blanching, NUMBNESS, tingling, and loss of nerve sensitivity.

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