Introduction
Introduction
In the 1980s, there was a dramatic increase in a specific kind of job-related disability: repetitive-motion injuries. Employees in a wide range of industries, from meatpacking to data processing, reported suffering debilitating pain and discomfort. Some employers find it difficult to accept that their employees' complaints are work-related. But most recognize that it is in their best interests to improve work conditions and eliminate factors that contribute to cumulative trauma disorders.