Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs) Related Diseases & Conditions

Medical conditions are often related to other diseases and conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs). These conditions may be a cause or symptom of Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs) or be a condition for which you may be at increased risk.

  • Pinched Nerve A pinched nerve can be caused of a variety of conditions, for example, carpal tunnel syndrome, herniated disc, sciatica,...learn more »
    In This Article
    Pinched Nerve Article
    • Pinched nerve facts
    • Introduction to pinched nerve
    • What causes a pinched nerve?
    • Pinched nerve in the neck or lower back
    • Pinched nerve in the wrist or elbow
    • Other causes of pinched nerve
    • What are the symptoms of a pinched nerve?
    • How is a pinched nerve diagnosed?
    • How is a pinched nerve treated?
    • What is a patent's prognosis for a pinched nerve?
  • Bursitis Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. A bursa is a tiny fluid-filled sac that functions as a gliding surface to reduce friction...learn more »
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    Bursitis Article
    • Bursitis facts
    • What is bursitis?
    • What causes a bursa become inflamed?
    • What are bursitis symptoms and signs?
    • How is bursitis diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for bursitis?
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome And Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which irritation of the wrist's median nerve causes tingling and numbness of the thumb,...learn more »
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    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome And Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Article
    • What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
    • What is tarsal tunnel syndrome?
    • What conditions and diseases cause carpal tunnel syndrome?
    • What are carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms?
    • How is carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome? Can carpal tunnel syndrome be prevented?
    • What are complications of carpal tunnel syndrome?
    • What is the prognosis for carpal tunnel syndrome and tarsal tunnel syndrome?
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome and tarsal tunnel syndrome facts
  • Pain Management Pain management and treatment can be simple or complex, according to its cause. There are two basic types of pain, nociceptive...learn more »
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    Pain Management Article
    • Introduction to pain management
    • How is pain treatment guided?
    • What are the basic types of pain?
    • Nociceptive pain
    • Neuropathic pain
    • What are other causes of pain
  • Chronic Pain Chronic pain is pain (an unpleasant sense of discomfort) that persists or progresses over a long period of time. In contrast to...learn more »
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    Chronic Pain Article
    • Introduction to chronic pain
    • The A to Z of pain
    • How is pain diagnosed?
    • How is pain treated?
    • Pain management
    • What is the role of age and gender in pain?
    • A pain primer: what do we know about pain?
    • What is the future of pain research?
    • Appendix
    • Spine basics: the vertebrae, discs and spinal cord
    • The nervous system
    • Phantom pain: how does the brain feel?
    • Chili peppers, capsaicin and pain
    • Marijuana for pain treatment
    • Nerve blocks for pain treatment
    • Where can I get more information about pain?
  • Compartment Syndrome Compartment syndrome is a condition in which swelling and an increase in pressure within a limited space presses and compresses...learn more »
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    Compartment Syndrome Article
    • Compartment syndrome facts
    • What is compartment syndrome?
    • What causes compartment syndrome?
    • What are the risk factors for compartment syndrome?
    • What are the symptoms and signs of compartment syndrome?
    • When should I seek medical care for compartment syndrome?
    • How is compartment syndrome diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for compartment syndrome?
    • Surgery (fasciotomy)
    • What are the complications of compartment syndrome?
    • What is the prognosis for compartment syndrome?
  • Ganglion A ganglion is a fluid-filled cyst that forms from the joint or tendon lining. Ganglia are most frequently found in the ankles and...learn more »
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    Ganglion Article
    • What is a ganglion?
    • Where do ganglia form, and what symptoms do they cause?
    • How are ganglia treated?
  • Health and the Workplace Early warning signs of job stress include headache, sleep disturbance, difficulty in concentrating, short temper, upset stomach,...learn more »
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    Health and the Workplace Article
    • What is job stress?
    • What are the causes of job stress?
    • Job stress and health
    • Job stress, health, and productivity
    • What can be done about job stress?
    • How to change the organization to prevent job stress
    • Preventing job stress: Getting started
    • Steps toward prevention