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Posture in dentists: Sitting vs. standing positions during dentistry work--An EMG study
Srpski Arhiv Za Celokupno Lekarstvo
|August 4, 2016
Summary
Dentists experience higher muscle activity when sitting versus standing. Alternating between sitting and standing postures can reduce fatigue and prevent injuries in dental professionals.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health
- Ergonomics
- Dental medicine
Background:
- Proper working posture is crucial for dental professionals' health and efficiency.
- Poor posture in dentistry can lead to increased fatigue, reduced productivity, and potential injuries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze and quantify the posture positions adopted by dentists during their work.
- To compare muscle activity and body segment positions between sitting and standing postures in dental interventions.
Main Methods:
- Electromyography (EMG) was used to measure muscle activity.
- Body segment positions, specifically back inclination, were recorded.
- Data were collected during standard dental procedures for both sitting and standing postures.
Main Results:
- Forward and lateral flexion of the back, less than 20 degrees, was most common in both sitting and standing.
- Muscle activity (EMG amplitude) was significantly higher in the sitting posture compared to standing for all measured muscle groups.
- Specific muscles like splenius capitis and mastoid showed significant differences in activity between sitting and standing.
Conclusions:
- Combining sitting and standing postures during dental work may mitigate risks associated with increased fatigue.
- Alternating occupational postures can help prevent work-related injuries in dentists.
