Many people spend long hours sitting in front of a computer every day, which can be taxing on the body. This sedentary work can lead to...

Do you spend long hours at your desk, hunched over a computer screen? If so, you're not alone. Poor posture can lead to discomfort, pain,...

I It's no secret that we spend significant time glued to our smartphones and laptops. The average person spends hours each day scrolling,...

How often or how long are you sitting each day? Many of us often spend hours on end sitting. The hours add up whether we are treating...

Sitting for extended periods during dental work can be hazardous, leading to musculoskeletal issues and reduced productivity....

I recently created a post for social media on "rock-hard traps," and I decided to write a short blog to expand on this topic. Many dental...

When we are talking about ergonomics and reducing the chance of injury, oftentimes, we are talking about very MINOR adjustments and...

Remember learning about the "chicken-wing" in school? Do you have it while working on patients? This is a common ergonomic issue I see...

How many hours do you spend on your cell phone daily? Sources say we spend to 3 hours on our phones daily. That's a lot of time to be on...

Ergonomics is a complex topic with many factors. So I have simplified things down to the top 5 most common ergonomic mistakes I see in...

Indirect vision: this is a hard skill to learn and is so tempting not to do. How many times have we said "oh, I'll just do this real...

If you're anything like me, you love a nice, supportive cushion. But did you know that using patient cushions while providing dental care...

Many of us struggle with this from time to time (or more often), and it can be challenging to say the least. We have anxious patients,...

Dental ergonomics is a crucial aspect of the dental profession that is often overlooked but can make or break your bottom line. The term...

No, I'm not about to dare you! I'm wondering, do you have a "chicken wing" when working on patients? This is a common ergonomic issue I...

When I'm assessing hygienists, one standard recommendation I have is to try polishing first. Why? In my experience, it is a more...

It's that time of year when many of us are spending a little less time at work and more time at home. For many of us, that means more...

Now that it's back to school time, let's revisit the ergonomic risk factors present in dentistry! In dentistry, we are at risk for injury...

I talk about microbreaks a lot, but what exactly are they? A quick stretch? A coffee break? *Also, read to bottom of this post for a...

I often get asked, "what is the most important thing when trying to practice ergonomically?" That's a tough question to answer because I...