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Back pain and the dental team

7 mins read Workplace issues/your health
This article discusses back pain, the causes, and what can be done to help alleviate it within the dental team

Back pain affects many dental nurses. The symptoms can affect mood and may provoke frustration and anxiety. If the problem is severe or prolonged, it can have a significant impact on quality of life.

Back pain has many possible causes and there are many possible solutions. This article, written by an author with many years of previous experience working as a dentist, is intended as a basic overview of some general principles. It cannot substitute for the individual attention of an appropriately trained professional.

Much of the focus on the problem of back pain in dentistry has traditionally been on factors such as seats, posture, and ergonomics. While these should all be considered, a more comprehensive and holistic approach is advocated.

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