Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

Hand-arm-vibrationssyndrom

Engelsk definition

An occupational disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to vibration, affecting the fingers, hands, and forearms. It occurs in workers who regularly use vibrating tools such as jackhammers, power chain saws, riveters, etc. Symptoms include episodic finger blanching, NUMBNESS, tingling, and loss of nerve sensitivity.

Svenska synonymer

HAVS

Engelska synonymer

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Hand-Arm Vibration Syndromes Syndrome, Hand-Arm Vibration Syndromes, Hand-Arm Vibration Vibration Syndrome, Hand-Arm Vibration Syndromes, Hand-Arm