Ergonomics in the dental office / Susan S. Parker.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Parker, Susan S. (Susan Sklamba), author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Human engineering.

Dentistry.

Ergonomics--methods.

Musculoskeletal Diseases--prevention & control.

Occupational Diseases--prevention & control.

Medical Subjects:

Ergonomics--methods.

Dentistry.

Musculoskeletal Diseases--prevention & control.

Occupational Diseases--prevention & control.

Physical Description:

ix, 52 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Blackwell, 2022.

Summary:

"Dental health providers commonly struggle with chronic back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, muscle tension, strained eyes, and other work-related musculoskeletal problems. Ergonomics in the Dental Office provides clear guidance on alleviating or eliminating the pain and discomfort caused by strains put on the body in daily practice. This easy-to-read book explains the principles of ergonomics, identifies specific causes of musculoskeletal problems, and presents simple--yet effective--techniques to address the physical stresses that might be occurring in the dental office. Concise, highly visual chapters demonstrate correct postures, clock positions, instrument transfer, head and neck placement, instrumentation techniques, office design, and more. The author emphasizes the importance of daily exercises, rest breaks, and disciplines that relieve both physical and emotional stress such as yoga and Tai Chi. Topics include occupational health issues and research, treating disabled patients, developing ergonomic awareness, seat positioning for tall and short operators, integrated intervention planning, and signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders. Designed to address a problem all dental professionals face, Ergonomics in the Dental Office is an invaluable book for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental students and trainees"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

What Is Ergonomics?

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Positioning for Success

Instrumentation Techniques

Office Equipment and Layout Design

Treating Patients with Disabilities

Exercise Disciplines and Alternative Therapies

Red Flags.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Parker, Susan S. (Susan Sklamba). Ergonomics in the dental office

ISBN:

9781119131373

1119131375

OCLC:

1267388682