An Addition to the Ergonomic Toolbox

By Crystal Kanderis Lane, RDH, BS, MS

Working in dental hygiene is immensely rewarding, and oral health professionals have a high level of job satisfaction.¹ However, due to the physical and mental demands of clinical work, the occupational risks for musculo­skeletal disorders (MSDs), musculoskeletal pain, and mental stress are high.^2–7 In addition to maintaining proper ergonomics, chair yoga performed at the dental office is a natural and easy daily practice to combat the pain and stress associated with providing dental hygiene care.^2,3

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