What is Raynauds phenomenon of occupational origin?
Hand-arm vibration syndrome is also known as Raynaud’s phenomenon of occupational origin. Vibration is just one cause of Raynaud’s phenomenon. Other causes are connective tissue diseases, tissue injury, diseases of the blood vessels in the fingers, exposure to vinyl chloride, and the use of certain drugs. The resulting reduced blood flow can produce white fingers in cold environments. Raynaud’s phenomenon is discussed in more detail in another document on this site. What are the health effects of whole-body vibration? Whole-body vibration can cause fatigue, insomnia, stomach problems, headache and “shakiness” shortly after or during exposure. The symptoms are similar to those that many people experience after a long car or boat trip. After daily exposure over a number of years, whole-body vibration can affect the entire body and result in a number of health disorders. Sea, air or land vehicles cause motion sickness when the vibration exposure occurs in the 0.1 to 0.6 Hz frequency range
