Ergonomics: It’s a Balancing Act!
Friday, January 31, 2025
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Course Code:
532RL
Cost:
$130.00
Credits:
3
CE Hours
Enjoy a long dental career and improve clinical precision while avoiding injury and pain! Pathogenesis, causes, and prevention of various cumulative trauma disorders will be discussed, focusing on upper extremity, spinal, and joint pathologies. Evaluate preventive strategies, including equipment design, body positioning, conditioning, and enhanced visualization. Practice stretching and strengthening exercises to reduce pain, preserve range of motion, and optimize personal career excellence and longevity.
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After this course attendees will be able to:
- Evaluate various physical signs and symptoms of cumulative trauma disorders commonly found in dental workers
- Understand the physiology of representative cumulative trauma disorders
- Practice and evaluate stretching and strengthening exercises and strategies intended to reduce risk of work-related injuries and to promote greater clinical control and efficiency
- Compare ergonomic features of dental equipment and technology that benefit workers and patients
- Consider options to avoid eye damage and protect optimal vision
- Leave with strategies for personal ergonomic protection and improved clinical effectiveness
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