Practice in Motion: Part I
COURSE NUMBER: 553
Credit Hours:
3 Hour(s)
SHARE
The primary focus of this course is to educate dental professionals about efficient sitting positions and movements that assist with minimizing occupational pain and/or injury. As part of this course, we will examine why many practitioners ...
(Use this feature to create assignments for your students and staff.)
Overview
The primary focus of this course is to educate dental professionals about efficient sitting positions and movements that assist with minimizing occupational pain and/or injury. As part of this course, we will examine why many practitioners need to change how they sit, discuss common postures/habits that contribute to lifelong pain and the consequences of not changing.
Dental professionals are exposed to several occupational risk factors that can lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Biomechanical and physiological changes due to prolonged static postures, such as sitting, can lead to MSDs resulting in reduced work time or a career ending disability. Although literature of 60 years continues to cite this occupational problem through 2010, the scientific knowledge in biomechanics, kinesiology and occupational health has not been adequately translated into dental or dental hygiene practice. Suggestions to “find a neutral sitting position,” “maintain a neutral posture,” “keep the back straight” or “keeping the head fairly straight,” may be ambiguous and attempts to assume such positions may result in further discomfort or injury.
This course is designed to educate dental professionals about efficient sitting positions and movements that assist with minimizing occupational pain and/or injury. As part of this course, we will examine why many practitioners need to change how they sit, discuss common postures/habits that contribute to lifelong pain and the consequences of not changing. A review of the anatomy and the various pathologies associated with static positioning and poor posture will be presented. Proper alignment for postural control will be reviewed through video clip demonstrations, as will a sampling of stretches and strengthening routines that target various body regions. Many of these can be incorporated into daily practice routines during frequent short breaks to minimize stress to pain sensitive tissues.
Intended Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online:
Dec 14, 2017
Last Revision Date:
Dec 31, 2000
Course Expiration Date:
Dec 13, 2020
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Discuss the national scope and severity of musculoskeletal pain and disorders (MSDs).
- Identify risk factors that contribute to MSDs.
- Discuss the effects that prolonged static positioning can have on the spine and surrounding soft tissues.
- Explain and demonstrate structurally stable sitting positions and movement strategies to minimize injury and improve postural control.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
(Use this feature to create assignments for your students and staff.)