Ergonomics in Dentistry

Abstract

Ergonomics is much broader than preventing work‑related musculoskeletal disorders. The successful application of ergo‑ nomics assures high productivity, avoidance of illnesses and injuries, and increased satisfaction among workers. Unsuc‑ cessful application, on the other hand, can lead to work‑related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This article sets forth broad important background information on ergonomics so that the dental practitioner can have a general awareness of ergonomic risk factors as well as some basis for understanding the ongo‑ ing dialogue about ergonomics, its diagnosis, treatment, and regulation. This article provides alternatives to be considered by the practitioner in light of the practitioner's own circumstances, experiences and goals. A practitioner wishing to improve his or her work environment, for whatever reason, may wish to follow an incremental approach to such efforts, as is briefy discussed here.How to cite this article: Gupta A, Bhat M, Mohammed T, Bansal N, Gupta G. Ergonomics in Dentistry. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2014;7(1):30-34.

The correlation between low back pain and disability index with lumbar lordosis among dentists

“…Efficient and safe interaction between people, environment and equipment is a concern of ergonomics, an applied science [1]. Workrelated musculoskeletal disorders have been reported as the most important reason for early retirement among dentists, among which the lower back pain (LBP) is the most prevalent [2,3].…”

“…Workrelated musculoskeletal disorders have been reported as the most important reason for early retirement among dentists, among which the lower back pain (LBP) is the most prevalent [2,3]. The main reason for undesirable and non-ergonomic positions among dentists is with the aim of achieving an ideal view of the patient's mouth and providing a comfortable position for the patient [1,4].…”

Fatores Ergonômicos E De Psicologia Ambiental Que Interferem Na Realização Da Tarefa De Dentistas E Auxiliares

“…A prática das atividades odontológicas tem sido alvo de diversos estudos ergonômicos principalmente relacionados ao cirurgião-dentista devido à repetição dos esforços e as posturas específicas na realização das tarefas (YARID, 2009;GUPTA, 2014;RÉGIS FILHO;MICHELS;SELL, 2006). Trata-se de uma classe profissional com alto índice de desconforto e dores musculoesqueléticas com prevalência sugerida na literatura em torno de 64% e 93% (HAYES; COCKRELL;SMITH, 2009).…”

The Research and Design of Children's Dental Treatment Machine Based on Ergonomics

“…PD (Proprioceptive Derivation) is proposed by Dr. Beach who was employed by Japanese HPI (Human Performance and Informatics Institute) in 1985 [4]. PD theory is a strict specification for dental treatment posture, guiding dental treatment posture for hundreds of dental clinics.…”