Improving physical health & ergonomics

Relieve your aches and pains by improving your day-to-day ergonomics in and out of the operatory.

How better ergonomics can improve your practice

A good, ergonomically designed operatory, along with daily stretching and exercise, can help dental practitioners and their team enjoy long, healthy careers.

Check out these resources that explain and demonstrate some easy in-office stretches to keep you and your dental team healthy.

25 quick stretches (PDF)

Reduce pain with these 25 daily stretches.

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Build a stronger back

Find out how to soothe the back, neck and shoulder pain commonly faced by dentists.

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Flex your hands

Explore ways to avoid hand pain aggravators in your practice.

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Hear clearly

Learn tips for preventing and treating hearing loss.

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5 Tips for pain-free practice

Dr. Bethany Valachi demonstrates how to practice in an ergonomically healthy manner.

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Ergonomics of PPE

Techniques for lifting a weight off your shoulders.

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Series: Ergonomic tips to feel great

These seven short videos cover improving ergonomics for the neck, shoulder, back, arms, hands, legs and feet.

Wellbody Morning Huddle

Reset your mind and prepare for the work day ahead with these breathing exercises and chair side stretches.