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  • Ergonomics and Injury Prevention for Dental Hygienists

    Posted by mike on September 15, 2024 at 4:06 pm

    Many dental hygienists face repetitive strain injuries (RSI) due to prolonged periods of awkward posture and repetitive movements. A common topic of discussion revolves around tips for improving ergonomics in the operatory, tools that minimize strain, and exercises to prevent or reduce injuries.

  • Best ergonomic tools (e.g., loupes, saddle stools, lightweight hand instruments).
  • Stretches or exercises to alleviate wrist, neck, and back pain.
  • Workplace modifications to minimize injury risk.
  • Experiences with common injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome and how to manage them.
    • This discussion was modified 2 months, 2 weeks ago by  mike.
    • This discussion was modified 2 months, 2 weeks ago by  mike.
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