An Inside Look at Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Dental Hygienists

By Shannon C. Thomason, CDA, RDH, MSDH, Jessica Suedbeck, RDH, MSDH, Susan Lynn Tolle, BSDH, MS

Workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common cause of limited or lost work time.¹ According to the United States Bureau of Labor and Statistics, approximately 30% of work-related injuries are attributed to MSDs.² As dental hygienists are at high risk of MSDs—impacting both career longevity and satisfaction—developing a foundation in evidence-based ergonomic principles is imperative.³

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