INTEGRA Biosciences Jul 16 2025 Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) can be caused by prolonged and repetitive movements, and almost 90 % of scientists who regularly use pipettes for more than an hour a day report hand and elbow disorders, while others experience discomfort in the wrist, arm, shoulder and neck. The likelihood of developing an RSI from pipetting is dependent on various risk factors. The 3 major ones are posture, force and repetition. The likelihood of developing an RSI from