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Overuse
Overuse (/ˌoʊvərˈjuːs/) refers to the excessive use or repeated use of something, often leading to harm or damage. In a medical context, overuse often refers to the excessive use of a body part, leading to overuse injuries.
Etymology
The term "overuse" is derived from the English words "over," meaning excessively, and "use," meaning to employ for some purpose. It has been in use since the 19th century.
Related Terms
- Overuse injury: An injury that is caused by repetitive trauma, often from performing a certain motion over and over again.
- Repetitive strain injury (RSI): A condition in which prolonged repetitive, forceful, or awkward movements result in pain and impairment in the function of the limbs, neck, or back.
- Stress fracture: A small crack in a bone that occurs over time due to repeated stress, often from overuse.
- Tendinitis: Inflammation or irritation of a tendon, often caused by overuse or poor posture.
- Bursitis: Inflammation of a bursa, typically one in the knee, elbow or shoulder, that is often caused by prolonged or excessive exercise or use.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Overuse
- Wikipedia's article - Overuse
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