repetitive strain injuries

A form of repetitive strain injury — An injury to muscles and tendons caused by continuous repetitive use of particular muscle groups, especially in one's arms and hands, for example by using a keyboard or mouse, playing a musical instrument or working on an assembly line.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of repetitive strain injury
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