Hand Injuries

The “manual” in “manual labor” is derived from the Latin word for hand. Essentially, then, manual labor is that which is performed with one’s hands, as opposed to his or her head for example. While notions of what constitutes manual labor may vary considerably from person to person, it is unlikely that the focus will be placed on the actual use and subsequent risk of injury to the hands. We grip, write, type, and lift with our hands, among many other tasks that often may go unnoticed. An accident in the workplace that causes an injury to one or both hands can limit a worker’s capacity to perform essential work duties.

If you have suffered a hand injury on the job then you are likely entitled to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits are designed to address any injury-related medical care as well as the wage gap created by missed time at work. To learn more, contact the Des Moines workers’ compensation lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600.

Types of Hand Injuries

The hands are intricately crafted extremities that are comprised of a complex network of muscles, bones, nerves, and connective tissues. Healthy human hands are capable of accomplishing physical maneuvers that are impossible for every other species on the planet. Unfortunately, they can be harmed in any number of ways. Overuse, forceful contact with an object, or becoming crushed under weight are just some sources of trouble. Different kinds of hand injuries that one may suffer in the workplace include:

• Fractured bones
• Sprains and strains
• Tendonitis
• Bursitis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Amputations
• Puncture wounds and severe lacerations
• Nerve damage

Contact Us

The workers’ comp system exists to help Iowan workers like you in a time like this. Be sure that you do not unknowingly sacrifice your right to benefits. Contact the Des Moines workers’ compensation lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C., at 877-327-2600 if you have sustained an occupational hand injury.