PREVALENCE OF MUSCULOSKELETALDISORDERS AMONG DENTISTS
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Dentistry is a high risk profession for developing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) because high visual demands result in prolonged and affixed as well as uncomfortable postures. This study was an attempt to assess the risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders among dental practitioners and eventually to spread awareness regarding the importance of good posture and proper ergonomics.
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International Journal of Current Advanced Research Vol 7, Issue 3(L), pp 11251-11259, March 2018.
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