Workplace Injuries (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1996)
Sprains and strains, by far, are the leading occupational injuries (between 30% - 50% for any industry).
Injuries most commonly occur to the back and upper limbs.
Repetitive motions, such as typing, resulted in the longest absences from work (median 18 days).
Carpal tunnel syndrome has the highest median days away from work (30 days).