POSTURE for dental professionals
- Anita
- Nov 10, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 19
So essential for us dental professionals. Maintaining good posture isn't just important when we're working. We should be mindful of our posture outside of work.
So, let's talk about POSTURE.
HOW LONG SHOULD YOU BE IN A NEUTRAL POSTURE?
as much as possible
20% of the working time
80% of the time
No need for neutral posture
With a simple question you can remind yourself throughout the day to keep a good-neutral posture in place:
Ask yourself before seeing a patient: " How is my posture?"
By simply asking this question you will be able to correct it naturally.
We all know what a good and what an incorrect posture is.
We just need a little reminder.
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Your ideal posture involves:
a long spine
keep natural curves throughout the spine
chin parallel to the floor
eyes gazing straight ahead
pulling your shoulders down
gently squeezing your shoulder blades together
posture should allow you to breathe easily. Allowing full capacity of lungs with inhale and exhale
posture should feel natural - not forced. If it feels forced, relax a bit
The key is to stay mindful and making a habit of returning to a neutral posture throughout the day.
Around 20% of our work involves a patient communication — explaining existing conditions, reviewing and interpreting x-rays, discussing oral hygiene habits, and demonstrating proper use of toothbrushes (manual or electric: #curasept_worldwide #curaprox_uk #OralB #sonicareelectrictoothbrush), interdental brushes (#tepeinterdentalbrushes), floss, flossettes, and other devices like #waterpik.
During these conversations and demonstrations, it’s just as important for us to protect our own health by maintaining good posture.
AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST:
NEUTRAL POSTURE IS NOT A STATIC POSTURE
ANSWER to the question:
HOW LONG SHOULD YOU BE IN A NEUTRAL POSTURE? is:
AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE during our working and non working days.
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In-Office Tools: A stretching guide to keep at your workstation for quick resets between patients.
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