Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at St Mary's Hospital, 4988 State Hwy 30, AMSTERDAM, NEW YORK 12010
on , Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee was helping a patient use the toilet when the patient lost grip and started to fall. The injured employee grabbed the patient to keep her from falling. The force required to lift and hold the patient caused the employee's pre-existing hernia to be aggravated, resulting in hospitalization.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersPatient