Bilateral Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Connected to Repetitive Work
A published workers’ compensation appeal successfully advanced by JM Disability Management Solutions for a worker who developed carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands after repetitive and forceful work.
The Situation
The worker developed bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome after performing repetitive and forceful duties over time. WCB did not accept additional responsibility for the hand and wrist condition.
Why WCB Denied or Limited the Claim
- The work duties were not described in enough detail.
- The force, repetition, posture and duration of hand use were not properly connected to the diagnosis.
- WCB did not give sufficient weight to the cumulative nature of the exposure.
How JMDMS Won the Appeal
JMDMS presented a detailed account of the worker’s duties, including repetition, force, wrist position and duration. The appeal connected that occupational exposure to the medical evidence and development of symptoms.
What the Appeal Decision Achieved
The appeal achieved a successful result concerning the relationship between the worker’s employment duties and bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome.
Why This Decision Matters to Other Injured Workers
Carpal tunnel claims are often denied because WCB says the condition is personal, degenerative or unrelated to work. A detailed exposure analysis can make the difference.
Could This Help Your Claim?
If your claim involves similar medical, psychological, vocational or benefit issues, this decision may help demonstrate that WCB’s first decision is not always the final answer. Every appeal depends on its own evidence, but a denial should be carefully reviewed to determine whether WCB applied the correct policy, considered all relevant evidence and fairly assessed the worker’s actual circumstances.
Why Experienced WCB Appeal Representation Matters
JMDMS understands that these appeals require more than a job title. We identify the precise hand and wrist demands of the work and connect them to the medical evidence.
Successful appeals often require a detailed understanding of WCB legislation, policy, medical causation, vocational evidence, earnings calculations, functional limitations and Appeals Commission reasoning. JMDMS reviews the entire claim record, identifies what WCB missed and prepares focused submissions designed around the exact issue that must be proven.
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Request a Free WCB Discussion Call 587-956-7530This case summary is provided for general information only. Every claim is decided on its own facts and evidence. A previous appeal result does not guarantee the outcome of another claim.