Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorder: As an Occupational Hazard in Dentistry
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Ergonomics and musculoskeletal disorder: as an occupational hazard in dentistry.
OBJECTIVE Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are commonly experienced in dentistry. The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of ergonomics and MSDs among dental professionals. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 170 dentists of different specialties. The questionnaire gathered information regarding demographic details, MSDs, work duration, workin...
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عنوان ژورنال: The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice
سال: 2013
ISSN: 1526-3711
DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-1317