Nerve damage can be serious. There are many kinds of work environments that can cause nerve damage or nerve injuries. Some nerve injuries are from sudden trauma, but others are because of the repetitive stress of doing the same job and the same movements over and over. Regardless of the source of the injury, nerve injuries can be debilitating and painful, so they are disruptive when it comes to participating in daily activities or working. What Is Ulnar Tunnel? Ulnar tunnel affects the wrist. When the ulnar nerve is compressed in the area from the wrist to the hand in Guyon’s canal, it can lead to the condition. Ulnar tunnel causes pain, tingling, weakness, or numbness because of the compression of the nerve. When there is pressure put on the nerve in the wrist, it causes the pinky finger and along the outside of the ring finger to suffer tingling and numbness. The condition can cause weakness of the hand affecting the grip and the ability to pinch, which can cause serious problems for some workers and limit their work duties. What If I Have Ulnar Tunnel? If your job requires repetitive motions of the hands and wrist and you notice unusual pain, tingling, and numbness that mimics Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome, you should notify your employer. You will need to seek medical treatment right away. Your employer will most likely have a list of approved healthcare providers in their workers’ compensation insurance network. You will need to seek care from one of these providers, so your bills will be covered by the workers’ compensation medical benefits coverage. Your caregiver will also need to confirm that your condition is work-related because of the repetitive movements required by your job role. Pursuing A Workers’ Compensation Claim State laws regarding workers’ compensation do vary but pursuing a workers’ compensation claim can be challenging. You will need to follow proper protocol, ensuring all the right documentation is filed and by making sure you meet all the deadlines in a timely manner. Failure to meet a deadline or to file a proper document can result in your claim being denied and your loss of workers’ compensation benefits. Ulnar Tunnel could lead to time off work, and when your physician orders you to take time off work, workers’ compensation will pay about two-third your regular wages. Consult With A Workers’ Compensation Attorney Workers’ compensation claims are challenging. Many legitimate claims are denied every year. To make sure your claim is on the right track, you should consult with a workers’ compensation lawyer who will make sure all paperwork is filed on time and that everything is filled out properly. Your odds of a successful claim improve with the help of an attorney. And, if your claim is denied or benefits are stopped, your workers’ compensation attorney can file an appeal and represent you at a hearing. Get your workers’ compensation claim on track today! Additional Resources Hiring an Attorney for Workers' Compensation Can I Still File a Claim if I Caused an Accident?
