Category: Ergonomics

  • Straighten Up: Improving Ergonomics and Well-Being for Dental Hygienists through Posture

    Straighten Up: Improving Ergonomics and Well-Being for Dental Hygienists through Posture

    As dental hygienists, we play a vital role in maintaining the oral health of our patients. However, the nature of our work puts us at high risk for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), including neck and back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and even eye strain. The key to preventing these injuries and maintaining a long-lasting career in…

  • Dental Ergonomic Tips to Upgrade Your Ergonomics

    Dental Ergonomic Tips to Upgrade Your Ergonomics

    Sitting, in general, is challenging for the body; our bodies simply weren’t designed to sit for long periods of time. We hear this message all of the time: sitting is the new smoking. as it has been linked to many health issues including neck and back pain, increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. In…

  • Ergonomic  Tips for Dental Hygiene For Temping

    Ergonomic Tips for Dental Hygiene For Temping

    Let’s be real, working as a dental hygienist can be tough work. It can be challenging physically, mentally, and emotionally. For many offices, there is a constant state of change happening, and it can be draining for some to keep up. Temping at offices, in my opinion, is even more challenging. In this blog, In this…

  • Ergonomic Tips for a Healthy Body

    Ergonomic Tips for a Healthy Body

    According to Merriam Webster, ergonomics is defined as “an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely.” I describe ergonomics as setting up the workspace so the practitioner, as well as the equipment and surroundings, are positioned in a way that supports…