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Tendonitis

Sea workers often complete tasks that require them to repeat a certain type of motion with their body over an extended period of time. Repetitive motions can cause a variety of different health concerns, including the development of tendonitis. Tendonitis affects the tendons, a flexible tissue that connects your muscles to your bones. These muscles work to move your skeletal frame and allow you to run, walk, jump, sit, and many other motions.

Tendons work by causing the muscles in your body to pull on the bones, allowing you to move. Tendons that become inflamed, as is the case with tendonitis, cause the action of pulling the muscles to become painful. Repetitive motions are typically to blame for inflamed tendons.

Causes and Treatment of Tendonitis

Being asked to work excessive hours and completing tasks that require repetitive motions can cause tendonitis to develop. If you believe that you have developed tendonitis, visit a doctor to be examined. Typically, people suffering from tendonitis are directed to rest the muscles, allowing the inflammation to decrease and giving the muscles a chance to heal.

FELA Can Help

The Federal Employer’s Liability Act covers sea workers who suffer injuries due to the negligence of their employers. A case of tendonitis may require you to visit a doctor and miss several days of work, causing you medical expenses and lost wages. If your employer’s negligence is the cause of your injury, contact a Jones Act lawyer to learn about your rights.

Contact a Jones Act Lawyer

To schedule your initial consultation with a Jones Act lawyer, contact the Jones Act lawyers of Williams Kherkher today by calling 866-950-9000.