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Prevention of musculoskeletal diseases and pain among dental professionals through ergonomic interventions: A systematic literature review

Prevention of musculoskeletal diseases and pain among dental professionals through ergonomic interventions: A systematic literature review

Musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and pain are highly prevalent among dental professionals. Oral healthcare is a physically and mentally demanding profession as precise hand movements, awkward working postures, vibrating dental instruments, and repetitive motions are often utilized over long periods of time. MSDs can…

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Impact of ergonomic training on posture utilizing photography and self-assessments among dental hygiene students and practitioners

Impact of ergonomic training on posture utilizing photography and self-assessments among dental hygiene students and practitioners

Oral healthcare professionals are at high risk of developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders. This study aimed to determine the regions at greatest risk for developing musculoskeletal strain and to evaluate the effect of interventional training involving photography and self-assessment on posture and the…

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