Publication Date: 2023/07/07
Abstract: Context: Dentists now a days are becoming more prone to musculoskeletal disorders. A well adapted design of the workplace is a basic requirement for maintaining musculoskeletal health that will in turn enhance work efficiency. Aim: The goal of the current study was to determine how many dental professionals and students were aware of ergonomics and the incidence of musculoskeletal problems. Settings and Design: The study was conducted over 3 months (January 2022- March 2022) in Andhra Pradesh. Methods: The present cross sectional survey was conducted on 264 dental students and professionals who were divided into four groups i.e., Group 1 (general practitioner), Group 2 (interns), Group 3 (specialist), and Group 4 (students). The questionnaire's major focus was on respondents' knowledge of ergonomics and MSDS. Statistical Analysis: The collected data was analyzed on the SPPS version 23.0 software. Chi square test was applied for statistical analysis.The Majority of dental practitioners and specialists work with an assistant, undergraduate students responded that they work without an assistant. Conclusion: The majority of dentists who replied appear to practise in settings that make musculoskeletal diseases worse. Increased preventive treatments were closely linked to an increase in symptoms of musculoskeletal problems.
Keywords: Awareness, Ergonomics, Musculoskeletal disorders, Dentists.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8123268
PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT23JUN1316.pdf
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