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Ali Taki Neutral Posture
Ali Taki Neutral Posture
Dental Ergonomics
What Is Ergonomics…….
1. Magnification system
Improve neck posture, Provide clearer vision
We must consider :
1. Working distance
2. Depth of field
3. Declination angle
4. Convergence angle
5. Magnification factor
6. Lighting needs
2.Operator Chair
Potential Strategies:
1. Position patient back far enough so that their mouth is
at the operator’s elbow. Elbows are elevated no more
than 30 degrees.
2. Adjust patient chair when accessing different
quadrants.
3. Turn the patient’s head as needed
4. Alternate between standing and sitting— frequent rest
breaks every 20-30 mins.
5. On-site stretching exercises avoid static and/or
awkward postures
Normal stool RGP Straddle
Stool
5.Work Practices
http://www.caut.ca/docs/default-source/health-
safety-fact-sheets/ohcow-handbook.pdf?sfvrsn=10
http://www.dentistryiq.com/articles/dem/print/vol
ume-11/issue-3/equipment/let-ergonomics-and-
true-four-handed-dentistry-help-you.html
http://www.lm-
dental.com/sites/default/files/materials/the_value_
of_an_ergonomic_instrument_grip_article_0114_i
d_18653.pdf
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC414
4062/