Carpal tunnel workers compensation in Kentucky?

Workers' compensation laws in Kentucky provide benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common work-related condition that can affect workers who perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.

To be eligible for workers' compensation benefits for carpal tunnel syndrome in Kentucky, you must prove that:

* You have carpal tunnel syndrome.

* Your carpal tunnel syndrome was caused by your work.

* Your carpal tunnel syndrome is disabling.

You can prove that you have carpal tunnel syndrome by providing medical evidence, such as a diagnosis from a doctor. You can prove that your carpal tunnel syndrome was caused by your work by showing that:

* You perform repetitive hand and wrist movements at work.

* Your symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome started after you started working at your current job.

* Your symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome get worse when you work.

You can prove that your carpal tunnel syndrome is disabling by showing that it prevents you from performing your job duties.

If you are successful in proving your case, you may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits, such as:

* Medical treatment

* Lost wages

* Disability benefits

You should speak to an attorney if you are considering filing a workers' compensation claim for carpal tunnel syndrome.