Common Remote Worker Injuries

While working from home eliminates the hazards of commuting and crowded offices, it isn’t 100% risk-free.

Many remote workers are still vulnerable to certain injuries, some of which may qualify for workers’ compensation. Understanding these common injuries can help prevent them and or ensure proper treatment if they occur.

Here are some examples:

Repetitive Strain Injuries

One of the most prevalent injuries among remote workers is repetitive strain injuries. Typing on a computer for long periods, especially without proper breaks or ergonomic support, can lead to conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. This occurs when there’s excessive pressure on the median nerve in your wrist, often caused by poor wrist positioning or repetitive motion.

Slips and Falls

Home office setups often don’t meet the same safety standards as professional office spaces, leaving remote workers more susceptible to accidents like tripping on wires, slipping on rugs, or stumbling over office equipment. These accidents can lead to severe injuries like sprains, fractures, or even concussions.

Ergonomic Injuries

When your office chair is a dining room chair and your desk is a kitchen counter, you’re putting yourself at risk for ergonomic injuries. Poor seating and desk arrangements can cause back and neck pain, which, over time, can lead to chronic discomfort and more serious musculoskeletal issues.

Without the proper support from chairs, keyboards, or monitors, remote workers may experience increased tension in their spine, neck, and shoulders.

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Consult with a Colorado Workers’ Compensation Attorney to File a Claim for Your Remote Work Injuries

While many workers assume they are only eligible for workers’ compensation if they’re injured at their traditional office, remote workers can also file claims if they’re injured while performing work-related duties at home.

Injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, slips and falls, or ergonomic injuries can be covered under workers compensation, provided they occurred in the course of employment.

Contact our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys if you’d like to learn more!