RSI, DSE and Ergonomics

Ergonomics Glossary
Select from the common list of terms used in e-Office Safety for a full explanation...

Computer health and Safety *
DSE *
Display Screen Equipment *
E-Learning *
Ergonomic *
Ergonomics *
Office Safety *
RSI *
WRULD *
Workstation assessment *

RSIs ...

...also refer to work and non-work related injury. Where a causal relationship is found between the ergonomics of the workstation and the injury, the term WRULD should be used.

RSI

RSI, or "Repetitive Strain Injury", is an all encapsulating term to describe any work related injury that is caused by repeated actions or long-term exposure to a poor posture.

RSI conditions commonly include tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome or back ache.

Although the term "RSI" is a commonly used term, the phrase "Work Related Upper Limb Disorder" or WRULD is a more accurate phrase to describe common injuries caused by combining computer use with poor workplace design. RSI's need not be related to the workplace: "tennis elbow" and "PlayStation thumb" are such examples.