[Jewelry making - Article 00040] - Re: [Orchid] Carpal tunnel and workman's compensation

[Gail Smith]

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    You're first step is to see a doctor. It may or may not be carpal
    tunnel, you're symptoms are not typical.  The doctor determines if
    its work related. If it's a result of outside activities, your
    insurance will pay.  I had carpal tunnel release done on both my
    hands, 1 year apart. I worked in a hospital entering patient
    information and charges. 

    They thought it was due to my jewelry activities. I didn't disput it,
    tho I thought they were wrong.  I am left handed and the right hand
    was the most affected, the hand I used the most typing in numeric
    codes all day.  It's probably up to you to go after workman's comp. I
    am sure your medical insurance will cover it. If not, let the
    insurance companies fight about it, Workman's comp is an insurance
    policy also. It is imperative that you see a doctor, as it may not be
    what you think and you are in pain.

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