Musculoskelatal disorders (MSD) (also known as Mouse Elbow and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)

According to Malachy J. Foley, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC, “computer use is the principal cause of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD). MSD is a group of medical conditions that consist of an injury to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves, spinal discs, cartilage, blood vessels or related soft tissue that is caused or aggravated by physical tasks.” In examining the problem, Foley contacted the North Carolina Department of Labor who claims that “MSD is ‘the single highest cause of workplace illnesses and injuries and worker’s compensation claims in North Carolina.” Foley says “MSD is a serious and prevalent threat to a computer [users] health.”