Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Stages | Medical Algorithm

Is the patient exposed to vibrating equipment?

Yes

Does the patient show any symptoms in his or her fingers during the winter?

Yes

Do the symptoms occur during the summer?

Yes

Select an appropriate answer for each finding

Tingling of fingers

Numbness of fingers

Nature of blanching

Involvement with blanching

Frequency of blanching

Interference with work activities

Interference with social activities

Interference with home activities

Has the patient had to change work or occupation to avoid further vibration exposure?

Yes

Has the patient had to change hobbies or other activites to avoid further vibration exposure?

Yes

Stages in Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome