Assessment of Impact of new work postures adaptations of dentists on musculoskeletal discomfort by RULA and QEC
Abstract
Objective: The concept on which the health care system is based is widely called Pd (proprioceptive derivation) or dp (derivations from proprioception) or “0” (zero) concept, centering on the positions, movements, contacts, and discomfort that we sense within our bodies as both providers and receivers of care. During the 1970s, Pd was used for health care records and skill acquisition, which can be applied anywhere in the world. The goal of this study was to evaluate and compare the impact of dental professionals' work postures on musculoskeletal problems by following Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Quick Exposure Check (QEC) while using conventional and proprioceptive derivation methodologies. Methodology: A questionnaire based study on dental clinicians' work postures analysis in dental institute and a symptom survey among dental clinicians working on both conventional and proprioceptive derivation ideas are the primary components of the study. Results: When musculoskeletal diseases among dental surgeons are compared between conventional and Pd work postures, a significant difference are detected. When asked if they felt any physical discomfort when doing oral prophylaxis, almost all of the doctors in Pd position said no. 100% of the clinicians observed that they applied the least force for scaling and polishing in PD posture. Conclusion: Adapting and practicing proprioceptive derived work postures resulted in less discomfort and least possible work-related injuries among dentists.
Keywords
Conventional dental CHAIR, dental institute, dental surgeons, proprioceptive derivation, musculoskeletal discomfort, work postures
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