{"id":429,"date":"2022-02-07T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epicdevsite.info\/2025-TomMallon-2\/?p=429"},"modified":"2025-06-23T10:24:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:24:58","slug":"shoulder-injuries-common-in-trucker-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epicdevsite.info\/2025-TomMallon-2\/blog\/2022\/02\/shoulder-injuries-common-in-trucker-drivers\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoulder injuries common in trucker drivers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Owing to the nature of their job, New Jersey truck drivers are always at risk of a wide range of injuries. Shoulder injuries are among the most common ones, and they\u2019re the reason many truck drivers end up filing workers\u2019 compensation claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-causes-shoulder-injuries-among-truck-drivers\">What causes shoulder injuries among truck drivers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the causes of shoulder injuries is truck drivers twisting and turning to get a better view of their blind spots. This is often the case when trucks are traveling on a curved road. Similarly, truck drivers are also at risk of getting injured when they lean out of their trucks to check their loads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, the repetitive nature of the job can also&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com\/articles\/17916-researchers-share-cranking-techniques-for-reducing-truck-driver-shoulder-injuries\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lead to shoulder injuries<\/a>. Since most truck drivers spend a lot of long hours behind the wheel, this can put a lot of strain on their shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Truck drivers are also at risk of being injured if they slip and fall. This can happen, for example, when they\u2019re trying to fix a tire or unload cargo. Overexertion and awkward postures are also common causes of shoulder injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-can-you-do-to-protect-your-shoulders\">What can you do to protect your shoulders?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, make sure that you\u2019re taking regular breaks while driving. This will give your body a chance to rest and reduce the risk of injuries. Secondly, try to maintain good posture while driving. You should also avoid twisting and turning unnecessarily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thirdly, be careful when unloading cargo and performing other tasks around the truck. Use proper lifting techniques, and take your time. Lastly, stay hydrated. Dehydration can lead to muscle fatigue, which, in turn, increases the risk of injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"should-you-seek-workers-compensation-for-a-shoulder-injury\">Should you seek workers\u2019 compensation for a shoulder injury?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Truck drivers in the U.S. have workers\u2019 compensation rights, meaning that they can file workers\u2019 comp claims should they sustain an injury on the job. This is true regardless of whether the accident was their fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Workers\u2019 comp insurance covers a wide range of injuries, including shoulder injuries. If you get injured at work and require medical attention and time off the job to recover,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmallonlaw.com\/workers-compensation\/back-and-shoulder-injuries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">workers\u2019 compensation<\/a>&nbsp;can cover some, or all, of your losses, including lost wages due to missed workdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shoulder injuries are among the most common injuries in workers\u2019 compensation cases. If you\u2019re injured at work, consider filing a workers\u2019 comp claim to obtain compensation for your losses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Owing to the nature of their job, New Jersey truck drivers are always at risk of a wide range of injuries. Shoulder injuries are among the most common ones, and they\u2019re the reason many truck drivers end up filing workers\u2019 compensation claims. What causes shoulder injuries among truck drivers? 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