Overexertion

and Dehydration
Overexertion
Physical overexertion is a common cause of workers’ compensation
claims. These types of injuries are usually caused by repetitive
motion, such as typing, lifting heavy objects, or working in an
awkward position.
The pain that these injuries cause is often acute. It will typically
improve with medical care and preventative measures. But without
proper treatment and prevention, acute pain from overexertion and
repetitive use can become chronic. This can lead to problems such
as carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis.
Physical overexertion is not just a workplace risk. Other causes of
overexertion injuries include:
• sports and exercise
• motion control video games, such as those played on the
Nintendo Wii and PlayStation Move
• hobbies like woodworking, building, and remodeling
Prevention
To avoid physical overexertion:
• practice good posture
• utilize ergonomic workspaces
• lift lighter loads and use proper lifting techniques
• decrease the distance you must stretch to lift a heavy object
• take frequent breaks from physically repetitive and challenging
activities
• include strength training and stretching in your regular exercise
routine
• know and respect your body’s limits
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Ways to Prevent Overexertion:

1. Make loads smaller.

2. Don’t store things on the floor.
3. Use a cart whenever possible.
4. Face direction of travel and turn feet when carrying objects.
Overexertion
Fatigue
There are many causes of fatigue. Pushing your body or mind too
hard for too long can leave you feeling exhausted. Not getting
enough sleep is another common culprit.
“Burning your candle at both ends” is an unsustainable and
unhealthy way to live. Sleep and rest are essential to your health.
They allow your mind and body to heal, recharge, and develop
properly.
Hypoglycemia
Have you ever had such a busy day that you forgot to eat? That can
contribute to overexertion. In some cases, it can have serious health
consequences.
Not eating enough can cause hypoglycemia, which is commonly
known as low blood sugar. The symptoms of hypoglycemia can differ
from one person to another and range from mild to severe.
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Dehydration
When you’re busy, you may forget to take regular hydration breaks.
This can lead to dehydration, which occurs when your body loses
more water than you take in.
Thirst is often the first sign of dehydration.
Symptoms

Signs of mild or moderate dehydration include:

Thirst
Dry or sticky mouth
Not peeing very much
Dark yellow pee
Dry, cool skin
Headache
Muscle cramps
Symptoms

Signs of severe dehydration include:

Not peeing or having very dark yellow pee
Very dry skin
Feeling dizzy
Rapid heartbeat
Rapid breathing
Sunken eyes
Sleepiness, lack of energy, confusion or irritability
Fainting
Symptoms

Symptoms for babies and young children can be different than

for adults:
Dry mouth and tongue
No tears when crying
Dry diapers for 3 hours
Sunken eyes, cheeks, soft spot on the top of the skull
Sleepiness, lack of energy, or irritability
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