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| Title: |
Changes in posture: A case study of a dental hygienist's use of magnification loupes |
| Author: |
Branson, Bonnie G. Black, Marsha A. Simmer-Beck, Melanie |
| Appeared in: |
Work |
| Paging: | Volume 35 (2010) nr. 4 pages 467-476 |
| Year: |
2010-05-06 |
| Contents: |
Purpose: Evidence suggests that using magnification loupes will improve the posture of dental clinicians, thus decreasing work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The purpose of this case study was to document the experiences of a dental hygienist during a four week acclimatization period. Methods: Documentation was comprised of self-reports from the dental hygienist's reflective journaling and postural measurements made by a trained observer using Branson's Posture Assessment Instrument (BPAI), a validated posture assessment instrument. Journal reports and postural measurements were made prior to the use of the magnification loupes and over the subsequent three week trial. Conclusion: Use of the magnification loupes was a positive experience. The BPAI results indicated a positive change in neck and low back posture. Further trials of the effectiveness of magnification loupes in reducing musculoskeletal disorders with this occupational group are recommended. |
| Publisher: |
IOS Press |
| Source file: |
Elektronische Wetenschappelijke Tijdschriften |
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