Description
In this episode, Kevin Henry, Dental Assistant Nation's founder, interviews Stephanie Botts, RDH, an ergonomic specialist, about the importance of ergonomics in dentistry. Stephanie shares her background and how she became interested in ergonomics. She emphasizes the need to prioritize ergonomics and not wait until pain or injury occurs. Stephanie discusses common mistakes in dental assisting, such as twisting from the low back, and recommends standing and alternating between sitting and standing to improve posture. She also explains the concept of micro breaks and how they can help reduce muscle fatigue and pain. Stephanie encourages dental professionals to invest in their own health and provides resources and contact information for further assistance.
Takeaways
Prioritize ergonomics and don't wait until pain or injury occurs.
Common mistakes in dental assisting include twisting from the low back.
Standing and alternating between sitting and standing can improve posture.
Micro breaks can help reduce muscle fatigue and pain.
Invest in your own health by learning about ergonomics and practicing good posture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:01 The Importance of Ergonomics
04:23 Common Mistakes in Dental Assisting
06:01 Micro Breaks and Stretching
07:17 Incorporating Stretching into Daily Routine
08:46 Team Collaboration and Accountability
10:41 The Foundation of Posture
11:32 New Year's Resolution: Learning Neutral Posture
12:23 Resources and Contact Information
13:24 Investing in Ergonomics
14:09 Importance of Headlamps and Loops
14:43 Conclusion
Learn more about Stephanie at https://www.polishedposture.net.
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