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Pictures Showing People Heavy Lifting in Different Workplaces
Ref: (http://www.everydayhealth.com/arthritis-pictures/9-worst-jobs-for-your-joints.aspx#01).
Above is a picture of a construction worker lifting heavy weight incorrectly and without the proper assistance or care which in turn strains the shoulders and the back?
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A picture showing a worker for a courier company straining with heavy boxes
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Above shows a picture of body builders competing in carrying heavy round stones of
Concrete
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Shows a picture of two workers of a metal industry carrying a heavy roll of steel wire
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Above is a picture of an oil company worker carrying a barrel used to store oil
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Above is a picture of a gymnast doing heavy lifting in a competition
Pictures Showing Muscle or Joint Injuries on the Arm
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Picture showing inflamed shoulders due to heavy lifting
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Picture of a gymnast with a strained arm
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Picture of an office worker with a back injury
Ref: (http://www.shutterstock.com/s/muscle+injury/search.html?page=1).
Shows an x-ray image of a shoulder joint injury
Introduction
A torn muscle would basically refer to damage to a muscle in any part of the body like the arms, thighs or shoulders, or its attaching tendons especially in the joints (Parker, 2011). Undue pressure is on the muscles is a causative agent torn muscle. Besides, this condition could be triggered by sudden or abrupt heavy lifting while undertaking in sports activities, or while performing or rather carrying out routine tasks like cleaning and washing (Bailey, 2009). A torn muscle can be partial or involve the entire muscle fibers as well as the tendons that the muscle is attached to. This tearing can also cause a ripple effect like damaging small blood vessels leading to bleeding locally, bruising, and pain brought about by irritation of the sensitive nerve endings in the afflicted area (Sarno, 2001).
Symptoms of a torn muscle or injury include;
Redness, bruising, swelling, or open cuts due to the injury.
Pain while resting
Sharp pain when the specific joint or muscle that has been injured is used.
The weakening of the affected or damaged tendons or muscle.
Incapability of entirely using or moving the muscle.
In the case that such injuries occur it is advisable to see the doctor immediately if the injury is serious or if the home remedies fail. A popping sound in the injury, inability to walk, pain, fever and open cuts are tell tale signs of seeing the doctor and being examined in the emergency department. It is advisable to do this within the 24 hours of acquiring the injury. Tests at the hospital would include a physical examination to determine the extent of the damage to the muscle and x-rays. Lab tests can also come in handy.
Depending on the seriousness and extent of damage to the muscle or injury in general, healing time varies. Serious injuries like a completely torn muscle would take several weeks to months before it is fully operational. Minor injuries like inflamed muscles would take a day or two with proper treatment (Tiidus, 2008). Open cuts also takes a short time depending on the healing speed of a person. Dislocated joints would take a fairly short period to heal as long as it was put back in its proper position. Treatments for these injuries include; ice or hot water which should not be applied directly to the skin, there should be a towel in between. Painkillers help reduce the pain in the muscle, antibiotics for open cuts, bandages, and physiotherapy (Müller-Wohlfahrt, 2013). Depending on the tissue affected you may need assistive tools like crutches, wheelchair, braces, and sling.
References
Bailey, J. (2009). What happens when you move?. New York: PowerKids Press.
Müller-Wohlfahrt, H.-W. (2013). Muscle injuries in sports. Stuttgart: Thieme.
Parker, S. (2011). How do my muscles get strong?. Chicago, Ill: Raintree.
Sarno, J. E. (2001). Healing back pain: The mind-body connection. New York: Warner Books.
Tiidus, P. M. (2008). Skeletal muscle damage and repair. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
