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Cumulative Trauma Disorders How Can You Prevent Them? Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTD’s) are strains that may result from long–term repetitive motion or from continually working in an awkward position. Strains commonly occur in the wrists, arms, shoulders or back, affecting the body’s joints and surrounding muscles and tendons. CTD’s are said to be today’s fastest growing occupational problem, affecting all types of employees, from computer operators to construction workers. Modern equipment, tools and machinery have increased production capabilities in many ways. But in some cases, they have also increased the potential for strain injuries in people. These disorders not only...