The risk of muskuloskeletal disorders among dental professionals is significant. Risk factors include awkward postures, repetition, excessive force (e.g. pinching instruments with the small tendons of the hand) and vibration. Preventing neck, back, shoulder, arm and hand pain can be accomplished through engineering controls (e.g. adjustable chairs, use of loops, ergonomic equipment), proper posture and easy to learn stretching. Ergonomics in dentistry will be addressed in more detail in the April Issue of our electronic Newsletter - The Dental Compliance Monitor. Sign up today for your FREE subscription in the sign-up box on this Blog.Email Policy - Your email address is safe and secure. We do not disclose or provide your email address to any businesses nor do we rent or sell email.
