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Giving Dentistry A Hand: Occupational Therapy Msd Prevention In Dentistry, Andrea Bilotti
Giving Dentistry A Hand: Occupational Therapy Msd Prevention In Dentistry, Andrea Bilotti
Occupational Therapy Capstones
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) pose a significant threat to the dental profession. There are many risk factors inherent in the tasks of dental professionals that could lead to MSDs. A literature review from professional literature, journal articles, and professional websites was used to determine the various risk factors and types of MSDs that occur in the dental profession; best practices in MSD prevention in the dental field; and the role of occupational therapy ergonomic intervention in the dental field. The information has a solid foundation in Malcolm Knowles' theory of Andragogy.
To gather real life information, visits to a dental office …
Train-The-Trainer Office Ergonomics Program, Aaron Schenck
Train-The-Trainer Office Ergonomics Program, Aaron Schenck
Occupational Therapy Capstones
It may be a common perception in the general public that the daily tasks carried out in an office environment are not typically considered physical demanding. Office tasks, such as typing, filling out forms and filing paperwork typically do not require a significant amount of force. Work tasks associated within an office environment, especially computer use, can increase stress on the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and nerves over time (Department of Labor, 2005). This can result in what is called musculoskeletal disorders (MSD),s.
The negative impact of MSDs affects employers through decreased work attendance, productivity …