Prevent Pain With Yoga

By Aubree M. Chismark, RDH, MS


Practicing as a dental hygienist can be physically demanding. Treating at least eight patients per day using repetitive motions and holding awkward postures can lead to musculoskeletal pain (MSP). Dental hygienists’ careers may be shortened if they do not take care of their bodies. Not only do clinicians need to be mindful of how they practice during the day, but they also need to consider what they are doing outside of work to prevent MSP from occurring or worsening.

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