This exposure can cause severe damage to the hand, wrist, and arm and affect many systems within the body; sufferers may experience debilitating symptoms that affect their neurological, vascular, and musculoskeletal systems.

At MLA, we’re determined to help your clients get the correct treatment and diagnosis for this widespread industrial disease.

Our latest blog will break down what HAVS is and how we at MLA can help.

HAVS – What is it?

Also known as Vibration White Finger or dead finger, HAVS is a widespread industrial disease affecting tens of thousands of workers. It is a disorder that affects the blood vessels, nerves, muscles, and joints of the hand, wrist, and arm.

The disease saw a sharp rise in cases from 2002-2005, resulting in the EU and UK respectively bringing in regulations to try and flatten the curve.

However, 16 years on, HAVS is continually at the top of reported industrial diseases in the UK.

So how can MLA help…?

HAVS Industrial Disease Reporting at MLA –

By using MLA for your client’s HAVS diagnosis and subsequent claim, you’re guaranteed to receive the highest standard of service currently available in the industry.

As a Tier 1 MedCo Agency status recipients, you can be assured that your client will gain access and consultations with the best medical professionals in their chosen field. This means that any diagnosis will be given with precise detail and outline any consequences of a condition that may prove vital in your client’s case.

When it comes to HAVS, a Vascular Surgeon from our hand-picked expert panel will consult and examine your client to determine the correct prognosis.

This prognosis will be given in line with the Stockholm Criteria. This will allow the surgeon to determine whether the effects of prolonged exposure to power-tool vibration has resulted in your client displaying but not limited to symptoms such as blanching, numbness and/or tingling of the fingertips.

If you are looking for expert Industrial Disease reporting for your client, get in touch with MLA today by calling 03330 150 213 or click here.