hand-arm vibration syndrome
hand-arm vibration syndrome
White finger syndrome Occupational medicine A Raynaud-like complex due to cold-induced vasospasm resulting from prolonged use of vibrating hand-held tools At risk Pts Assembly line workers, grinders, mechanics, jack-hammer operators Diagnosis Plethysmography to ID changes in digital blood flowhand-arm vibration syndrome
(hand'arm'),HAVS
Symptoms
Patients may report intolerance of cold, muscular weakness, tingling sensations, or changes of color in the hand, fingers, or wrist.