### Question
What does WTC-related musculoskeletal disorder mean?


### Answer
**WTC-related musculoskeletal disorder** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 300mm*:

> a chronic or recurrent disorder of the musculoskeletal system caused by heavy lifting or repetitive strain on the joints or musculoskeletal system occurring during rescue or recovery efforts in the New York City disaster area in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300mm*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XXXI-WORLD TRADE CENTER HEALTH PROGRAM > Part B-Program of Monitoring, Initial Health Evaluations, and Treatment > subpart 1-wtc responders**

