repetitive strain injury

repetitive strain injury definition - medical

re·pet·i·tive strain injury (rĭ-pĕtˈĭ-tĭv)

noun Abbr. RSI
Damage to tendons, nerves, and other soft tissues caused by the repeated performance of a limited number of physical movements and characterized by numbness, pain, and a wasting and weakening of muscle.

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