Research at The RSI Clinic

The RSI Clinic at CIDR has a number of ongoing research projects:

• With the University of Guelph - Human Biology Dept.:
  a comparison of specific sEMG measures between patient and normal population
• effectiveness of IMS as a treatment for trigger points
• a study of VAC users voice problems and the relationship to RSI, refer to VACstudy questionnaire to complete a survey. Or send a message to VACstudy@aol.com

Publications from the RSI Clinic

"RSI"; What Is It, and What Are We Doing About It ?

Published in The Canadian Journal of Rehabilitation, Volume 10, Number 1

Copyright according to the Canadian Journal of Rehabilitation

Abstract

In the last few years, the term "Repetitive Strain Injury" (RSI) has become commonplace in both the media and within the medical literature. The etiology and even definition of these disorders have come into question, and effective therapies and proper research studies have been lacking. This article presents an overview of the history and definition of RSI as well as the epidemiological, etiological , and clinical factors associated with RSI, and outlines a multi-disciplinary approach in the treatment of these disorders. While NOT an exhaustive review of the literature, there is emphasis placed on a complete and knowledgeable assessment of the afflicted patient, with both local and systemic factors taken into account. The contribution of newer clinical methodologies, such as "dry needling" of trigger points, and surface electromyography, are discussed. A complete rehabilitative approach to the RSI patient, including physical, psychological, and community factors is proposed. Issues of primary prevention are mentioned. RSI is determined to be a complex, multifactorial condition that requires further research.

For more information about RSI, Fibromyalgia and other soft tissue injuries please check our bibliography.